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Lone Survivor - The Movie

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Real Estate Agent with SHAHAR Management

Recently I got to the movies unexpectedly.  My husband wanted to see Lone Survivor and I didn't recognize the title.  I asked who was in it and he said Mark Wahlberg so I was fine with the movie.  I love Mark Wahlberg, I think he is a terrific actor whether in a comedy or a drama. 

WELL...if you haven't seen this movie and are thinking about it you may want to rethink it.  It is not for the faint of heart.  I didn't realize until I was halfway through the movie that I already knew this story.  I had seen it on either 60 Minutes or 20/20 in great detail.  I spent the whole 2nd half of the movie in tears.  This movie is based on the true story of what happened to 4 navy seals on a mission in Afghanistan (as well as others) in 2005. 

I know many, many people in the armed forces and this movie gives you a whole new appreciation for what your loved ones are doing for this country.  I think even the toughest personality will have trouble watching this film.  I think it was well done and the acting was excellent but it will forever be imprinted on my mind.  Definitely not for kids.

My heart goes out to the families of the people mentioned in this movie and to all families with loved ones in the armed forces. 

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Jeff Stevens
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New Mexico Properties - Las Cruces, NM
Jeff Stevens, Associate Broker/REALTOR

Debra - I just found out about this movie this weekend. Looked pretty intense. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

Jan 13, 2014 07:16 AM
Hannah Williams
HomeStarr Realty - Philadelphia, PA
Expertise NE Philadelphia & Bucks 215-820-3376

Debra  I saw previews for this movie looks pretty intense

Jan 13, 2014 07:37 AM
Graziella Bruner
NCS Premier Real Estate - Detroit, MI
Associate Broker - Serving Wayne & Oakland County

I've seen the trailer - making plans to go see it as soon as I get over this flu bug!

Thanks for sharing.

Jan 13, 2014 08:37 AM
Silvia Dukes PA, Broker Associate, CRS, CIPS, SRES
Tropic Shores Realty - Ich spreche Deutsch! - Spring Hill, FL
Florida Waterfront and Country Club Living

Debbie, I haven't been to the movies in a long time, mostly because I didn't think there was anything worthwhile watching.  This one definitely doesn't sound like the normal movie fare so I will check the local listings.  

Jan 13, 2014 09:18 AM
Rebecca Gaujot, Realtor®
Lewisburg, WV
Lewisburg WV, the go to agent for all real estate

Debra, just mentioned to my husband that I wanted to see this movie, hopefully we will see it this weekend.

 

Jan 13, 2014 11:35 AM
William Johnson
Retired - La Jolla, CA
Retired

Hi Debra, I had heard about this story as well and it is beyond sad, it is tragic. We have given so much blood and treasure for a civalization that hasn't progressed beyond the dark ages and have little appreciation for life. 

Jan 13, 2014 02:59 PM
Jane Chaulklin-Schott
TEAMCONNECT REALTY - (407) 394-9766 - Orlando, FL
TeamConnect Luxury Homes - Orlando, Florida, 32836

Heard about this and it sounds like a story I would like to see. Thanks for the reminder, ahem - nudge. I have not been to a movie theater in years. Maybe this time.

Jan 13, 2014 03:17 PM
Debbie Walsh
SHAHAR Management - Middletown, NY
Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036

Thanks everyone for your comments.  It is definitely well done no question-was a very good movie.  I agree with William 100% and I hope one day there will be no reason for the continuous loss of life due to war. 

Jan 13, 2014 04:34 PM
John F Muscarella
RIVER FARM PROPERTIES, LLC - Venice, FL
Broker/Owner, Venice, FL, Florida's Suncoast

Yes, I read the book several months ago and was blown away I can only imagine what the movie must be like.  Thanks for the update Debra.

Jan 13, 2014 07:32 PM
Maria Gilda Racelis
Home Buyers Realty, LLC-Manchester, Bolton. Vernon,Ellington - Manchester, CT
Home Ownership is w/in Reach. We Make it Happen!

Hi Debra: Thanks for the movie suggestion. MW is great actor. One who can act without trying hard. I should have tissue ready before I sit down to watch it.

Jan 13, 2014 08:10 PM
Dagny Eason
Dagny's Real Estate - Wilton, CT
Fairfield County CT, CDPE Homes For Sale and Condo

I have not seen it.  Now I don't know .....   Should I?

Jan 13, 2014 08:21 PM
Randy Shamburger
Movement Mortgage - Greenville, SC
FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Expert

Pretty intense, thanks for sharing.

Have a Big day,

Randy

Jan 13, 2014 09:42 PM
Toni Weidman
Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL
20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Sounds like one I will skip, Debra, thanks for the heads up. I would need to take two or three boxes of tissues in with me.

Jan 13, 2014 11:04 PM
Steven Nickens
Hawaii Life Real Estate Brokers - Wailea, HI
R(S)GRI ABR, Maui Real Estate Hawaii

Sounds like a good read.

Jan 14, 2014 12:52 AM
Tamra Lee Ulmer
Arizona Resource Realty - Payson, AZ
NRBA ~FORCE~ Over 1000 REO Assets SOLD!

I haven't seen the movie but I would like to. I agree, Debra, that anything with Mark Wahlberg in it must be a good movie. A-List Actor!

Jan 14, 2014 02:18 AM
Nick T Pappas
Assoc. Broker ABR, CRS, SFR, e-Pro, @Homes Realty Group, Broker/Providence Property Mgmnt, LLC Huntsville AL - Huntsville, AL
Madison & Huntsville Alabama Real Estate Resource

Debbie, I saw the previews and decided this was a movie I wanted to see.  As you know I work in an area with many military personnel so it is of much interest.

Jan 14, 2014 07:02 AM
Jeff Fisher
PureWest Real Estate - Whitefish, MT
PUREWEST REAL ESTATE/Christies

The book was amazing and from what I understand they took great care to follow the actual events.  Thank you, it's a must see!

Jan 14, 2014 10:07 PM
William Feela
WHISPERING PINES REALTY - North Branch, MN
Realtor, Whispering Pines Realty 651-674-5999 No.

I saw the interview on either 20/20 or 60 minutes.

It will be a heart wrenching storybut I want to see it.

Jan 17, 2014 07:03 AM
Debbie Walsh
SHAHAR Management - Middletown, NY
Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036

Dagny - Tough call...I almost wish I hadn't seen it.

Maria - DEFINITELY with a tissue, in fact bring a few.

Endre - I believe it was Arial Black.

Thanks everyone for your comments.  For those who go you will love the movie and definitely have a new appreciation for our troops - for those who have already served we are so grateful to you.

Jan 18, 2014 02:25 AM