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Flags of Our Fathers 2-Disc Special Edition DVD

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Flags of Our Fathers DVD 2-Disc Special Edition

A powerful and reflective World War II drama exploring the famous flag-raising at Iwo Jima and the complicated human cost of being presented to the world as a hero.

Some treasures at Kate's Treasures15 are chosen because they are beautiful or useful. Others are here because they belonged to my dad and formed part of a collection shaped by his genuine love of cinema, unforgettable performances and the craft of filmmaking.

Dad was an actor and scriptwriter who understood the importance of character, dialogue and the emotions left behind when public stories fail to reflect private experience. His collection showed a lifelong appreciation for thoughtful films that looked beyond familiar images and questioned the stories people choose to remember.

Directed by Clint Eastwood, Flags of Our Fathers follows the American servicemen connected to the iconic photograph of the United States flag being raised on the island of Iwo Jima during the Second World War.

After the photograph captures the public imagination, three surviving servicemen are brought home and sent across America to help raise money for the war effort. Presented as symbols of courage and victory, they are expected to repeat a simplified version of events while carrying memories far more painful and complicated than the public understands.

Moving between the brutal battle and its uneasy aftermath, the film explores how heroism can be created, promoted and misunderstood. Ryan Phillippe, Jesse Bradford and Adam Beach lead an ensemble cast that also includes Jamie Bell, Barry Pepper and Paul Walker.

A compelling addition for collectors of Clint Eastwood films, World War II cinema and thoughtful historical dramas examining bravery, memory and the personal cost of public heroism.

About This World War II Special Edition DVD

DVD Special Edition | 2 Discs | Region 2 | Certificate 15

Title: Flags of Our Fathers
Original Film Year: 2006
Director: Clint Eastwood
Cast: Ryan Phillippe, Jesse Bradford, Adam Beach, Jamie Bell, Barry Pepper and Paul Walker
Language: English
Genre: World War II drama, historical cinema and military drama
Themes: Bravery, memory, identity, propaganda, trauma and the cost of heroism

Condition Pre-owned and in good overall condition. The case shows some general wear and tear from storage and previous handling. Both discs have been tested and play perfectly. Please examine all photographs carefully as they form part of the condition description.

Arya's Approval

Right darlings… this is not simply a film about a famous photograph or one moment on a battlefield. It asks what happens when real people are turned into symbols while still carrying everything they experienced. I watched this one seriously and kept the dramatic commentary to a respectful minimum.

★★★★★ 5 PAWS, Arya, Chief Drama Officer & Thoughtful Film Observer

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Film Content Information

This film contains strong war violence, bloody injury detail, death, explosions, gunfire, strong language and emotionally distressing scenes involving combat and its aftermath.

The film explores trauma, grief and the psychological consequences of war through intense and sometimes upsetting scenes. Please follow the stated age classification.

Pre-Owned DVD Information

This is a pre-owned two-disc Special Edition DVD from a personal collection. The case, cover insert and discs may show signs of age, storage and previous handling.

Both discs have been checked as stated in the condition description. Buyers should confirm that their equipment can play Region 2 DVDs before ordering.