Lone Survivor

[kingfhb]

I was able to go to the premier of Lone Survivor on Tuesday the 7th for a Sneak Peek of the movie. I must say that Peter Berg stuck to the demand that the consulting SEAL and SOF members challenged him with by maintaining a realism level throughout the movie.

I overheard others in the theater comment during the "cliff fall" scenes, that there was NO WAY they would have survived that... those people obviously have never met someone with the determination and fearlessness of a United States Navy SEAL.

Those of you who read the book, there are a lot of areas missing from the movie, as well as some of the gorier details. The story line was changed up for the movie, such as Marcus not knowing where anyone was or how they died. On the other hand, the book readers will appreciate that some, if not all of the lull in the story was taken out. This movie is action packed from the first contact to the closing credits.

From the families and SEAL brothers, it was said that watching Ben Foster play the role of Matt Axelson was like watching Axe on the screen... he portrayed him true to life and to the honor of Matt "Axe" Axelson.

Mike Murphy's family was quoted as saying that they got to see their son one more time.

I personally thought the movie was incredible. Mark Wahlberg, while showing some of his typical traits while on screen (watch the movie and you will know what I mean), did a great job playing the role of Marcus.

If you watch closely, the actual "Lone Survivor", Marcus Luttrel has numerous cameo spots throughout the movie.

I would have to say that this movie truly shows the heroism, "undaunted courage", and determination to "stay in the fight" that the men of the JSOC community posses. It truly portrays the actions of SEAL Team 10 that posthumously earned Lt. Michael P. Murphy the Medal of Honor, as well as awarded Petty Officer Second Class Matt "Axe" Axelson and Petty Officer Second Class Daniel "Danny" Dietz with the Navy Cross.

It was respectful to the heroes of the film, as well as the 16 members of SEAL Team 10, SDV Team 2, and the members of the 106th SOAR Squadron that perished when their CH-47 "Turbine 33" was shot down during the rescue attempt, at the time... the largest loss of life to the SEAL community to date. Mainly by not focusing on the crash, but rather leaving the glory to the four man team that the movie was set around.

Stick around after the film to see personal images of all those lost on that fateful day... including images of Marcus with his son, as well as Marcus with Mohammad Gulab Khan.

All-in-all... amazing movie. Made me want to reenlist that day.

 

[BillyJack2012]

I read the book years ago and have been looking forward to this movie. The book is hard enough to read in public. It tends to get dusty wherever you sit down with it. I can imagine the movie is going to be just as emotional.

 

[Airrage]

this will be moved for sure but everyone says read the book, I hate reading but watched the movie 2 weeks ago it thought it was pretty good. The movie had been available in HD for week if you know what im talking about!!!

 

[Dueeast]

I'm not a big reader, but I read the book last year in two days. (couldn't put it down). Going to see the movie next friday.

 

[S&W Fan]

A couple of weeks ago there was a special viewing here in Littleton to support Danny Dietz's foundation. His father, mother and sister were in attendance as was Emile Hirsch the actor that portrayed Danny. Emile became very close with the Dietz family and has stayed in touch with Danny's mom Cindy. They said they were amazed at his portrayal of Danny. It was a pretty low key event, some current and former SEALs in attendance as well as many that knew Danny and his family.

I agree completely in your assesment of the film, it was a gut wrenching experience. I despise Mark Wahlberg but was able to move past that to get into the story. I read the book when it first came out, sent it to my son on deployment-it made it's way around the fob and stayed for others to read when he left.

Plan on taking my younger son to it in the next couple of days (opens officially tomorrow here).

As much as many times I'm "less than pleased" with 60 Minutes last month they had a 2 part interview with Marcus Luttrell, if you haven't seen it it's a definite "must watch".

 

[ohiojerry]

Very good book. Looking forward to the movie.

 

[Philadelphia Patriot]

I'm not going to see the movie because Mark Wahlberg is anti-2A. I'm not going to give money to a guy who is anti-2A but makes his money off of making movies that use firearms.

I will buy the book though.

Edit to update:

Mark Wahlberg: “I believe Charlton Heston is America’s best villain because he loves guns so much. Maybe he should get the award for being president of the National Rifle Association.” But his anti-gun attitude didn’t stop there. “Well, I would love it if they could take all the guns away. Unfortunately, you can’t do that so you hope that good people in the world have them to protect the people who can’t protect themselves,” “Certainly, I haven’t used a gun anywhere other than on a movie set and I’d like to see if we could take them all away. It would be a beautiful thing.”

source

 

[BillK01]

The book is excellent and well worth the read.

 

[MrTrolleyguy]

I read (audio version) when it first came out. Not sure if I will see the movie. I do follow Marcus Luttrell in the news and on YouTube appearances.

edit: Please consider supporting our returning troops by regular contributions to the many organizations like Wounded Warrior.

 

[Jessie]

I can't even imagine what those guys went through.
My hat is off and heart hurts for their loss.
May this country continue to produce them though, for all our sakes.

 

[tlay]

I read the book because I had some buddies who were Seals in the Navy. They are true heroes in my book. The training they went through was unbelievable. I can't believe how now they can tell everyone their names. When I was in they could not or would not. What changed? Can't wait to watch the movie!

 

[Texas Star]

Lone Survivor (2013) - Featurette : A Looking Insider [HD] - YouTube


I found this feature about the movie.

I also saw Wahlberg (ugh!) promoting the film on Leno and on another TV show. I plan to see it and to buy the book.

Is this Wahlberg related to the one on, "Blue Bloods"? They have some facial resemblance.

 

[ladder13]

If Marcus Lattrell has no problem with Wahlberg playing him, then I don't either.

 

[fat tom]

Is this Wahlberg related to the one on, "Blue Bloods"? They have some facial resemblance.

Brothers. Soon to have a reality show on A&E about their new restaurant,aptly named "Wahlburgers."
f.t.

I should mention that the third brother,Paul,will actually be running the day-to-day business activities.

 

[Smith357]

I saw it and loved it, Best movie I've seen in a long time!! I highly recommend it. The movie is getting very good reviews. The only bad reviews I have seen were bad based solely on the political point of view of the reviewer.

 

[the ringo kid]

If Marcus Lattrell has no problem with Wahlberg playing him, then I don't either.

Im glad that Matt damon aint playing Mr. Lattrell, as I also want to see the movie.

 

[shamuscull]

I read the book and it was excellent. Lt. Michael Murphy is from my town Patchogue, NY and attended the same high school as me but mnay years later. I hope the movie honors the men and woman of the armed forces especially the ones that made the ultimate sacrifice that day.

 

[Damn Yankee]

The wife and I saw the movie this afternoon. Great action and more fire fights than in the Wild Bunch. Don't miss this one and don't say you going to wait till it comes out on DVD. This will get to you.

God Bless America.

 

[sophie]

Haven't seen this one yet but I did see Bill Orielly talking to the guy that this is about and I guess he wrote the book and then Hollywood took over. The interview was short but good and I need to see this film.

 

[Kuglespritz]

I just got home from seeing today. Well worth it seeing it on the big screen.