I received a SGT Stubby mailer in exchange for this post, however, as always opinions are 100% my own.
SGT Stubby An American Hero
My Papa was one of the thousands of men who served in the Vietnam War and growing up he didn’t really tell us a whole lot about his time in the service. But there was a gorgeous photo album that he bought for my Nana that I loved looking through because it gave me a glimpse into the past. Fast forward to now and my sister is married to an ex. army man, one of our nephews is currently serving in the Air Force and last but not least our dear friends Anthony & Lacosta are serving our country in Germany for one more year. But one thing I’ve learned over the years is that we as Americans often times take for granted the freedoms we have.
While the holidays are an extremely busy time of the year, I strongly urge you to take time out to thank a soldier whether it be past or present. Visit a Veteran’s Home near you, send a card of thanks to someone you know and take the time to include a few goodies for them. They will appreciate it, and you will be reminded of how great it feels to give.
On December 11 bring SGT. Stubby An American Hero home and enjoy this film based on a true story. It truly is a memorable film and one that the entire family can watch!
SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO pack
“… adorable … will remind some of classic Disney films”
— Boston Herald
“… civilians with a soft spot for a stray will not hesitate to enlist”
— The Washington Post
“… this heartwarming production will have tails wagging”
— ParentPreviews.com
Critically Acclaimed and Dove-Approved Family ‘Tail’
Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero
Marches Onto Blu-ray™, DVD & Digital December 11, 2018
Based on the Real-Life Story of the First and Most Decorated War dog in American History, Inspiring Film Features the Voices of Logan Lerman and Helena Bonham Carter
Based on an incredible true story, the heartwarming, family-friendly animated adventure, SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO deploys on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital and On Demand December 11, 2018 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Featuring an all-star voice cast, SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO has been lauded by critics and received the Dove Foundation’s “All Ages” Seal of Approval and Parents’ Choice Gold Award, making it an ideal holiday gift that the whole family can enjoy.
SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO depicts the little-known true story of the unbreakable bond between a young soldier and a stray dog on the brink of America’s entry into World War I. For his valorous feats, Stubby is still recognized today as the first dog promoted to the rank of Sergeant in the U.S. Army and the most decorated dog in American history. He is also widely considered the forerunner to the U.S. Army’s working dog program. The delightful animated film shows the world that the greatest heroes can come from the unlikeliest places.
SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO was directed by award-winning documentarian Richard Lanni and features the voices of Logan Lerman (Percy Jackson & The Olympians) and Helena Bonham Carter (Harry Potter films).
The SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO Blu-ray and DVD both include a digital copy along with a behind-the-scenes featurette with cast interviews, a documentary short about the real Sgt. Stubby, never-before-seen production art and a historic photo gallery of the early 20th-century world as depicted in the film.
With an original score by Patrick Doyle (Brave) and animation services by Technicolor that combines CGI and vintage-inspired 2D sequences, SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO was produced and distributed by Fun Academy Motion Pictures. Screenwriters are Richard Lanni and Mike Stokey II (Band of Brothers), with editing by Mark Solomon (Chicken Run).
Special Features:
“The Making of a Hero” Featurette with Behind-the-Scenes Footage and Cast Interviews
“Real to Reel” The True Story of Sgt. Stubby
“Animating History” The Art of Sgt. Stubby
Historical Image Gallery
Spanish Subtitles « Closed Captioning « Descriptive Audio
Genre: 1x1Animated/Family/Adventure/History « Street Date: December 11, 2018
Feature Run Time: Approx. 84 Minutes (Plus Special Features)
MPAA Rating: PG for War Action and Some Thematic Elements
The true story of Sgt. Stubby has resonated with audiences of all ages, including parents, educators, animal lovers, military supporters and history buffs alike. The film has been selected as an official project of the United States World War I Centennial Commission and its French counterpart, La Mission du Centenaire 1914-18; additional endorsements and educational partners include the American Legion, the Connecticut State Library, the National Infantry Museum Foundation, the National World War I Museum & Memorial and the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes.
Beyond his military exploits, Stubby’s status as an adopted stray has resulted in nearly a century of recognition by animal rescues and welfare organizations. As part of the film’s theatrical release, Fun Academy partnered with more than 90 regional and national animal organizations across all 50 states – including the Humane Society of the United States and the Westminster Kennel Club – to shine a light on the human-animal bond and the amazing things adopted animals can do when given a chance in life.
About SGT. STUBBY: AN AMERICAN HERO: With the “War to End all Wars” looming, the life of Army “doughboy” Robert Conroy (Lerman) is forever changed when a little stray dog with a stubby tail wanders into a training camp in New Haven, Conn. Conroy gives his new friend a meal, a name, a family and the chance to embark on an adventure that would define a century.
About the Real-Life Stubby: Before he was a hero, Stubby was homeless, unwanted, unwashed and unloved, scrounging for scraps on the streets until he was taken in by Private First Class Robert Conroy of the 102nd Infantry Regiment, 26th “Yankee” Division.
In France, Stubby saw frontline action in four offensives and 17 battles. He found wounded soldiers, saved an entire company by alerting the men to don gas masks and even caught a German spy. After the recapture of Château-Thierry, the women of the town made him an embroidered jacket that would serve as Stubby’s uniform and display his numerous awards throughout the rest of his career.
Returning home to a hero’s welcome, Stubby and Conroy toured the country leading victory parades and met three sitting U.S. presidents, among other honors.
About Fun Academy Motion Pictures: Fun Academy Motion Pictures produces and distributes animated entertainment and educational media for global audiences of all ages, using true historical events and great works of literature to tell substantive, relevant, age-appropriate stories suitable for the whole family. Fun Academy is a trademark of Fun Academy Incorporated – a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fun Academy Media Group, Ltd., an Irish corporation – and is registered in the United States of America and the European Union.
About Paramount Home Media Distribution: Paramount Home Media Distribution (PHMD) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a major global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of Viacom (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA), home to premier global media brands that create compelling television programs, motion pictures, short-form content, apps, games, consumer products, social media experiences and other entertainment content for audiences in more than 180 countries. The PHMD division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television, Paramount Players, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHMD additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.
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