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201157 minTV-MAdocumentary

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Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq

201157 minTV-MAdocumentary

6.1/ 10(9 ratings)• TMDB

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Ten veterans recount their near-fatal injuries from the Iraq War, sharing the emotional impact of their 'alive days' and the challenges of reintegration.

“The fight has just begun.”

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Directors

Ellen Goosenberg Kent,

Jon Alpert

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Ten veterans recount their near-fatal injuries from the Iraq War, sharing the emotional impact of their 'alive days' and the challenges of reintegration.

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Ellen Goosenberg Kentdirector

Jon Alpertdirector

James Gandolfinicast

Dexter Pittscast

Synopsis

James Gandolfini interviews ten veterans in "Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq," a documentary that captures their experiences in the Iraq War. Each veteran recounts their 'alive day,' the moment they narrowly escaped death or severe injury. The film addresses the physical and emotional challenges faced by these individuals as they reintegrate into civilian life. The term 'Alive Day' was coined by Jim Mayer, a Vietnam War veteran who celebrates his survival annually. The documentary runs for 57 minutes and was released in 2011.

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Meet ten Iraq War veterans sharing their stories.
Find out what an 'Alive Day' means to veterans.
See how veterans cope with life after severe injuries.

Did You Know

The documentary features ten veterans sharing their stories.
Jim Mayer coined the term 'Alive Day' after losing his legs in Vietnam.
The film was produced by actor James Gandolfini.
The documentary has a duration of 57 minutes.

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Veteran storiesIraq War historyMilitary medical recovery

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is an 'Alive Day'?

An 'Alive Day' is the anniversary of a day when a veteran or service member nearly lost their life in combat or experienced a near-death event that had a major impact on their life.

Who produced 'Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq'?

James Gandolfini produced 'Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq'.

What year was 'Alive Day Memories: Home from Iraq' released?

The documentary was released in 2007.

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