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Long time readers know of my near obsession with the story of Taking Chance. I’ve watched the story grow from just a story passed along through email to blogs and to the HBO film finally released last year. It was an amazing film and did the story, Chance, and LtCol Mike Strobl justice.
Hollywood isn’t known for it’s kind view towards the military. We often take a very harsh beating and are subject to stereotypes that aren’t only inaccurate, but borderline on disgusting. It is refreshing to see one of their awards shows see what an amazing performance Keven put into bring LtCol Strobl to the screen and even more into our hearts.
Congratulations, are due to the entire cast and crew of Taking Chance. My deepest congratulations goes to Kevin Bacon for winning Best Performance by an Actor in a Mini-Series or Motion Picture Made for Television.
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MissBirdlegs in AL
I was delighted at the recognition, too. I thought he did a superb job in the role.
Miss Ladybug
I missed that, since I don’t really follow those things anymore. I’m glad to hear this.
Laura, A Military Mom
I had not heard that they made a movie of this (although I do remember reading this back in 2006)…now I will be hunting for it so I can see it. Excellent post.
carlena greenup
can u please tell me where u found the book i have looked everywhere for it
Robin Chupp
I was deeply moved by this movie and how well it was made Kevin was outstanding. I grew up on a military base in texas during the vietnam was and my father escorted many boys home he felt it his duty if they were from texas and people who were not military at that time were different. i am so glad that our soldiers are getting the civilian support and honor they so deserve
NY-David
Well put. Thank your father for his service.
NY-David
carlena greenup
i would love to know where to find the book taking chance i loved the movie, very heart felt i cryed, a very awesome movie so if u can please tell me where to find the book have looked everywhere
Jacqueline Gray
I watched the movie today (2-21-2010) for the first time. I wish that every person who lives in the USA would see this movie. It was truly one of the best films I have ever seen and I didn’t have a dry eye the entire time. Very touching. Beautifuly done. I thank Chance Phelps’ family for being willing to tell the story. May we never, ever, forget the sacrifice of so many men and women.
ravi
It was indeed very touching movie every one should watch it