Travis: A Soldier's Story

Help Take Travis: A Soldier’s Story To Theaters Nationwide!

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An exciting message from Director and Producer of Travis: A Soldier’s Story. Due to the overwhelming response shown for the inspiring documentary Travis: A Soldier’s Story, our team is reaching out to ask for your help in taking this documentary to theaters nationwide! Thank you for flooding our inboxes with requests to bring this documentary to you. We have been very humbled by the support shown. We have listened and we feel together we can take this documentary to more theaters nationwide. Let’s do this for Travis and Kelsey Mills!

Check it out to learn how you can help, thanks for your support!

Inspired to help get a screening in your city? Visit https://travisthemovie.com/host-a-screening/

Vassar Supports Travis: A Soldier’s Story with Applause and Standing Ovations!

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The team of Travis: A Soldier’s Story wanted to sincerely thank the town of Vassar, Michigan and Vassar Theater for its incredible support shown at the showings of Travis: A Soldier’s Story! Travis Mills and wife Kelsey enjoyed their time in Vassar  last weekend and greeted the guests that came to watch the inspiring documentary of their hometown hero. The film showed 5 times and each show was sold out! The crowd stood for Travis Mills with applause and cheers and an appreciative standing ovation. Thank you for supporting this hero!

We are very excited to share with you due to the response shown in Vassar, the film will show for another full week starting Friday August 23rd! Please see details below:

** Due to the overwhelming response to last weekend’s shows – starting Friday, August 23rd, the Vassar Theater will be showing Travis: A Soldier’s Story for an additional week. **

 Tickets are $6 and open to the public. Tickets are now on sale at the theatre and can be purchased during their normal hours of 12:30 to 9pm. Those wishing to purchase tickets by phone using a credit card can do so by calling the theatre. Prepaid tickets will be placed in “will call” and a temporary box office will be open where these guests can pick up their tickets. Call at 989-823-4000

Travis and Kelsey Mills will not be in attendance for these showings.

Showtimes

Friday, August 23rd at 4:00, 7:00, 9:00
Saturday, August 24th at 4:00, 7:00, 9:00
Sunday, August 25th at  1:00, 4:00, 7:00
Monday, August 26th at 7:00
 Tuesday, August 27th at 7:00
Wednesday, August 28th at  1:00, 7:00
Thursday, August 29th 7:00

Where

Vassar Theatre

140 E. Huron Road

Vassar, Michigan 48768

Fotolanthropy would like to sincerely thank Tim O’Brian at Vassar Theatre for sharing Travis: A Soldier’s Story!

Share your experience!

Please help us share this story by posting pictures, thoughts, reviews to #travisthemovie or www. facebook.com/travisthemovie

For media inquires, please email info@travisthemovie to receive a press release and contact information.

Travis: A Soldier’s Story Premiers in Dallas!

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On August 15th, 2013, the film, Travis: a Soldier’s Story, premiered in two sold out screens at the Angelika Film Center in Dallas, Texas.  Travis and Kelsey Mills were introduced to a cheering crowd of over 400 attendees as they walked through the Patriot Guard’s flags to their place on the red carpet.  The actual soldiers from Travis’ unit joined Travis and Kelsey at the film’s premiere.  Founder of Fotolanthropy and the film’s Producer, Katie Norris, made a sincere introduction as she welcomed the crowd, described the heart behind the creation of the film, and introduced the film’s Director, Jonathon Link, Travis’ fellow soldiers and stars, Travis and Kelsey Mills.

In each theater, veterans and active service members and their spouses were honored followed by the song, “God Bless America,” performed by Dana Wield.  As the lights dimmed, Daniel Bateson, the combat medic who helped save Travis’ life, sent a personal iPhone video tribute to Travis and the audience. Navy Seal and author, Rorke Denver, and Actor, Gary Sinise, also sent their well wishes by video clips.

From the first second, the 53 minute documentary engaged the audience.  The audience laughed, cried and cheered for Mills throughout the film as they watched Mills and his family overcome so many obstacles.  The crowd could not help but clap and cheer halfway through the film when Travis receives his first prosthetic hand and proudly chugs a Gatorade on his own for the first time.  The crowd continued to cheer him on as the film portrayed Travis taking his first steps and later showed him running.  At the film’s conclusion, the crowd applauded Travis during an emotional standing ovation.  Travis stood humbly with Kelsey and gave thanks to the crowd.

“We could not be more appreciative to the city of Dallas and the support shown for Travis and Kelsey Mills. Travis’ life changed forever on April 10th, 2012.  He was brave enough to share his story with Fotolanthropy and has truly given the nation a gift.  This film is more than how he was injured but an inspiring piece that highlights the incredibly inspiring journey of Mills and his family overcoming each obstacle, the importance of family, and the motivating message: “Never give up. Never quit.” – Producer of Fotolanthropy, Katie Norris.

 

A special thank you to FOX 4 DFW’s Fil Alvarado for covering the night’s events.

Everything you need to know about Dallas Premiere 8.15

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Thank you for honoring SSG Travis Mills and family tonight at the film premiere and benefit for Travis: A Soldier’s Story! We are excited that today is the day we get to premiere the film! It will be a night you will never forget!

 

Here is a recap of everything you need to know about tonight’s event to enjoy this Fotolanthropy experience

 

Wardrobe: The attire requested is cocktail or business dressy. Dresses, nice slacks, heels, blazers, jackets are appropriate.

 

Parking: Complimentary Valet is available at the front of the theater. There is also public parking and a parking garage to the left of the Angelika that you can park at.

 

Address:

Angelika Film Center (in Mockingbird station)

5321 East Mockingbird Lane

Dallas, TX 76206

 

Tickets: When you purchased your ticket on eventbrite, you should have received a PDF of your ticket. Please bring that with you if you have available. All guest names are on a list and you will give your name when checking in. If you don’t have your ticket, please just have your names and we will get you taken care of!

Can my friends still buy tickets? No, we are very excited to share that both theaters are entirely sold out! We are glad to have you be a part of this night!

Schedule of Events

 

6:15 Event Begins, Doors open! – Don’t miss the fun before!

Upon arrival you will receive your wristband and also will be assigned to what theater number you will be in.

You will then be guided upstairs and can walk the red carpet and get a picture in front of the step and repeat! Photos will be available online next week at www.facebook.com/fotolanthropy

Enjoy cocktails, appetizers and other surprises.

7:15 Welcome

Welcome by Fotolanthropy Founder Katie Norris followed by the introduction of Travis and Kelsey Mills and the real soldiers from the film!

7:30 Guests to be seated in theaters #6 and #7

Both shows are completely sold out. Please be courteous as you take your seat.

At check in you will be given which theater you are to be seated in. We promise both theaters are great but to help with time, the assignments have been created so that all guests can enjoy the documentary sooner!

VIP will be asked be seated first, followed by general admission.

7:45 Film Premiere Begins

8:45/9:00 Film Competes

9:00 VIP Reception

VIP’s please feel free to meet in the lobby for the VIP reception and that is when VIP’s will receive their complimentary signed DVD.

All guests are welcome to join us for an after party at the Trinity Hall Pub next door to the theater!

 

Additional FAQ’s

I’m A VIP, when will I get my complimentary DVD?

So that you do not have to hold on to your DVD, you will receive it upon entering the VIP reception.

Will the DVD’s be available for purchase at the event?

Yes! You will be able to pick up a copy or copies for your friends of Travis: A Soldier’s Story. The store will also have T-shirts and Fotostraps! Fotostraps are camera straps that donate 10% of each sale to Fotolanthropy.

Will SSG Travis Mills be in attendance?

Yes! Only in Dallas will Travis, Kelsey and the soldiers in the film be in attendance!

Alex Voyce – Combat Medic that helped save Travis’s life.

Colonel Aubrey – Standing in honor of Combat Medic Daniel Bateson who helped to save Travis’s life.

Brandon Fessey and Ryan Theriot – were also injured by the same IED on April 10th.

Josh Buck – Served in Afghanistan with Travis and is Kelsey brother, who has been by there side during the road to recovery.

I would love to help share on social media! What is the hashtag for the night?

#fotolanthropy

#travisthemovie

Can my friend purchase a ticket at the door?

No, tickets are sold out and none will be available…sorry!

Can everyone walk the red carpet?

Absolutely! Please enjoy and feel like a rock star by enjoying the red carpet!

There are photographers there, where and when will I see the pictures?

Pictures will be available online at facebook.com/fotolanthropy next week!

Have questions at the event?

Look for our event committee if you have questions. They will be wearing a red, white and blue ribbon and would be happy to assist you with any questions.

Travis: A Soldier’s Story Featured on NBC DFW!

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A special thank you to NBC DFW and Andres Gutierrez for this feature of Travis: A Soldier’s Story! Also, welcome back to Texas Travis!! Enjoy the clip and also some behind the scene pictures at the Angelika Theater of Travis Mills, Craig Buck (Travis’s Father-in-law), Katie Norris (Producer) and Jon Link (Director)

 

Dallas Film Premiere Sold Out – Second Theater Opens!

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A special thank you to the city of Dallas! We have been blown away by the support shown from this city that will be honoring SSG Travis Mills and fellow family and soldiers at the Angelika Theater on August 15th for the official film premiere event of the inspiring documentary, Travis: A Soldier’s Story! The film premiere sold out fast and after much consideration, we felt that we should open up another theater so others don’t have to miss out on this inspirational and once in a life time event.

So here is the scoop:

Tickets are limited and can be purchased online only (NO tickets will be available at the door) http://travisthemovie.eventbrite.com

Both theaters will begin the film premiere event at 7:30 and experience some special surprises.

Make sure to join us at 6:15 for cocktails, appetizers and walk the red carpet!

VIP will be seated at 7:15 and general admission afterwards

7:30 – Film Premiere and Events!

9:00- Conclusion, VIP reception

A store will be open so you can learn more about Fotolanthropy, Travis Mills and even purchase the DVD!

Meet The Real People Of The Film!

SSG Travis Mills and wife Kelsey along with Josh Buck, Ryan Theriot and Brandon Fessey will be in attendance and experiencing the film with you. All of these soldiers have survived this year together and its quite an honor to have them under one roof in Dallas.

Sponsors

We are also excited to share with you our amazing sponsors! At the event, the restaurants of Mockingbird Station will be represented and you can try samples from all of these amazing restaurants  and a selection from the best desserts in Dallas who have chosen to support non-profit Fotolanthropy and American Hero Travis Mills!

Support A Cause

Dallas based non-profit organization Fotolanthropy that captures inspiring true stories of people that have faced adversity and film. This organization donated its time to create this film! By attending this film premiere and benefit you will be helping to support this non-profit organization and help them to continue the mission of documenting these inspiring true stories!

Want To Learn More?

Check out this great feature about the film by Richard Ray at FOX 4

 

Dallas News | myFOXdfw.com

For Press Inquiries

Email info@travisthemovie.com

Travis: A Soldier’s Story is Going to Vassar, Michigan!!

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Vassar, Michigan is the hometown of American hero SSG Travis Mills and will get to experience the inspiring documentary Travis: A Soldier’s Story at the Vassar Theatre for a special engagement August 16-18! Tickets are $6 and open to the public. Tickets are now on sale at the theatre and can be purchased during their normal hours of 12:30 to 9pm. Those wishing to purchase tickets by phone using a credit card can do so by calling the theatre. Prepaid tickets will be placed in “will call” and a temporary box office will be open where these guests can pick up their tickets. Call at 989-823-4000

Travis and Kelsey Mills will be in Vassar for this weekend! DVD’s of Travis: A Soldier’s Story will also be on sale at the event!

Showtimes

Friday, August 16th 7:00 & 9:30 PM

Saturday, August 17th 7:00 & 9:30 PM

Sunday, August 18th at 4:00 PM

Where

Vassar Theatre

140 E. Huron Road

Vassar, Michigan 48768

Fotolanthropy would like to sincerely thank Tim O’Brian at Vassar Theatre for sharing Travis: A Soldier’s Story!

For media inquires, please email info@travisthemovie to receive a press release and contact information.

 

Dallas Fox 4 Feature of Travis: A Soldier’s Story by Richard Ray

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A special thank you to Richard Ray and the team at Fox 4 for this great feature of a preview of Travis: A Soldier’s Story! Check out to see some exclusive clips and learn more about the Dallas Premiere on August 15th at the Angelika. Richard Ray interviews Producer and Founder of Fotolanthropy, Katie Norris and Director and Cinematographer Jon Link. Travis was able to drop in via skype too!

Click Picture below to watch

 

Check out some behind the scenes pictures from the Interview at Weld. Get live up to dates by following us on twitter and instagram! @fotolanthropy @travisthemovie

Purchase your ticket to the Premiere and Benefit at: http://travisthemovie.eventbrite.com/

 

Fotolanthropy’s Travis: A Soldier’s Story Documentary Featured on FOX News Happening Now!

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Travis: A Soldier’s Story on FOX Happening Now Today was a big day for our inspiring documentary Travis: A Soldier’s Story! Our hero and star of the film was on set with Jenna Lee on Happening Now and talked about the documentary. Thanks for sharing our story FOX! Check out the clip at minute 3:30

 

 

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