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A Timeless Call

20087 min0doc-short

5.0/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

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Seven minutes of powerful imagery and heartfelt messages honor the service and sacrifice of U.S. military veterans during the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

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Seven minutes of powerful imagery and heartfelt messages honor the service and sacrifice of U.S. military veterans during the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

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At the Pepsi Center in Denver, Colorado, on August 27, 2008, Steven Spielberg presented A Timeless Call during the Democratic National Convention. The seven-minute documentary honors American military veterans and their families. It features messages of appreciation for their service and sacrifice. Notable figures such as Tom Hanks and John Williams contribute to the film. The short film aims to remind the audience of the bravery shown by those in the armed forces.

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Watch Steven Spielberg's tribute to veterans.
See powerful imagery honoring U.S. troops.
Find out about veterans' contributions to the nation.

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The film premiered on August 27, 2008, at the Pepsi Center.
Steven Spielberg directed A Timeless Call.
The film has a duration of 7 minutes.
It was created specifically for the 2008 Democratic National Convention.

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A Timeless Call was directed by Steven Spielberg.

When did A Timeless Call premiere?

A Timeless Call premiered on August 27, 2008.

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A Timeless Call has a duration of 7 minutes.

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