Press Release: McCall’s to host Canadian War Veterans Documentary
October 21, 2008
Unique documentary captures Canadian War Veterans in their own words
Western Canadian Premiere Screening in Victoria on November 9th.
Local communities are joining forces with award winning filmmaker, Larry Cappetto, to honour the remembrances of today’s war veterans. Mr. Cappetto has appeared recently on CityTv in Toronto as a guest on CityTv Breakfast Television and CP24 with Ann Rohmer as well as CBS Evening News with Katie Couric, MSNBC with Alison Stewart, the QVC Home Shopping network and FOX television.
Mr. Cappetto has produced several unique American war documentaries that capture the memories of World War II veterans in their words. Local communities, schools, and veteran organizations are supporting the effort. He is now coming back to Canada to premiere his new film, “Lest They Be Forgotten – CANADA.”
SPECIAL REMEMBRANCE DAY FILM SCREENING –
Mr. Cappetto’s film, “Lest They Be Forgotten – CANADA,” will be screened at McCall Bros. Funeral Directors on Sunday, November 9th at 2:00 pm. Admission is free and open to the public. To RSVP or for more information, please call 250-385-4465.
Mr. Cappetto’s unique and compelling series of documentaries are historically important as Canada’s war veterans are dying every day. His documentaries are unusual in that the entire narrative is drawn from the memories and monologues of today’s veterans. According to Mr. Cappetto, “I named this series ‘Lest They Be Forgotten’ because this generation of veterans sacrificed so much, but asked so little.”
“What has been missing,” said Mr. Cappetto, “is to hear the story of their patriotism, sacrifice, and love of country in their own words.” “I purposefully seek to document and honor their remembrances and memories without editorial comment,” added Cappetto.
The entire film series and presentations are an opportunity to publicly acknowledge, on local and national levels, the many contributions and sacrifices of the veterans, and to instill in people everywhere the pride and gratitude that the veterans truly deserve.
“My race is against time,” said Cappetto. “There is an urgency about my work and I feel it is important for veterans in Canada to come forward and tell their stories for history’s sake so that future generations will hear and learn from the stories.”
These documentaries are an excellent way to teach young people about history, the sacrifices of war, and the spirit of patriotism. “I am proud to help make this part of every community’s education, and I am dedicated to preserving and celebrating the memories of those who have gone before us,” stated Larry Cappetto.
Ask The Director: