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“The Story of G.I. Joe is a masterwork whose sum is far greater than its modest parts.” – Library of Congress
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We are thrilled to announce the long-awaited arrival of our new 2024 enhanced restoration of THE STORY OF G.I. JOE, available now, exclusively on our site, on Blu-ray and DVD! Directed by William A. Wellman, and starring Robert Mitchum and Burgess Meredith, this 1945 WWII classic is based on the true-life experiences of renowned war correspondent and columnist Ernie Pyle. Meticulously remastered, this iconic film is a must-have for cinephiles and history enthusiasts alike.
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NEW BONUS FEATURES
"Here he lies where he longed to be..." Wild Bill's Dog Face Blues – A new video essay by author and filmmaker Scout Tafoya
New interview with Bill Wellman Jr.
"The Story of the Story of G.I. Joe", a new featurette on the restoration by film restoration supervisor Greg Kimble
Audio commentary by Alan K. Rode
Original nitrate trailer
Re-construction of the original 1945 trailer
Photo gallery with original press book pages and stills
Bonus Feature Sneak Peek! William Wellman Jr. on his father's legacy and THE STORY OF G.I. JOE.
ORIGINAL 1945 TRAILER
Check out our re-construction of the once lost original trailer. It was reconstructed using the severely damaged 1945 original nitrate trailer provided by the Library of Congress.
New at THE MAZE! Writer, filmmaker, and programmer Gina Telaroli, perhaps Wellman’s most fearless and vocal champion, takes a personal look at THE STORY OF G.I. JOE, one of her favorite movies.
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Purchase Ignite's new 2024 enhanced restoration of THE STORY OF G.I. JOE! Own a piece of film history, packed with plenty of extras.