On Sunday I was channel surfing and came across former TV host Phil Donahue talking on C-SPAN with Brian Lamb. Donahue spoke how the Iraq War is no longer on many Americans radars when it comes to keeping up with the news. As a result, he (and a colleague) released a new documentary called Body of War and all I can say is "Wow."
Body of War is a feature documentary featuring Tomas Young, 25 years old, who was paralyzed from a bullet to his spine - wounded after serving in Iraq for less than a week. Body of War is Tomas' coming home story as he evolves into a new person, coming to terms with his disability and finding his own unique and passionate voice against the war. The film is produced and directed by Phil Donahue and Ellen Spiro, and features two original songs by Eddie Vedder. Vetter's new song "No More" is powerful. Very powerful.
Everyone should see it. It's not playing anytime soon anywhere in Vermont but I'm sure it will make its way up here (and the Latchis I presume). For more information check out http://www.bodyofwar.com/. In the meantime, here's the trailer.