A Broadcast-Ready Documentary Preserving the Voices of World War II Veterans
A completed 56:46 edition of My Father’s War: Memories from Our Honored WWII Soldiers is now available for public-television consideration. The filmmaker’s narration has been completely removed, allowing nine World War II veterans to tell their stories entirely in their own words.
Watch the Official Trailer
Broadcast Edition at a Glance
- 56:46 completed public-television edition
- 1920 × 1080 HD • 16:9 • 29.97 fps • Stereo
- Closed captions available
- Nine World War II veterans representing multiple service branches and both the European and Pacific theaters
- No actors or scripted recreations
- Filmmaker narration completely removed to center the veterans’ voices
- Approximately 80-minute feature version also available
Why This Film Matters Now
The generation that witnessed World War II firsthand is rapidly disappearing. Many veterans carried their experiences for decades without sharing them, even with their own families. My Father’s War preserves these rarely told memories as both an irreplaceable historical record and a bridge between veterans, their families, and future generations.
Proven Audience Interest
The Massachusetts theatrical premiere sold out its original auditorium in only 13 days, requiring the addition of a second auditorium and bringing total attendance to approximately 170 people. Featured veteran Charles M. Sanderson attended the premiere at age 101. The film has also been presented at theatrical, private, and community screenings in Massachusetts and Florida.
Recognition: Winner — Accolade Global Film Competition • Official Selection — Filmmaker Sessions, Vol. 1 • LTV Studios Producer of the Year
New England Roots, National Relevance
The project began with World War II veterans from the Greater Worcester area, Central Massachusetts, and communities throughout New England. Filmed at LTV Studios in Worcester County, the documentary preserves an important part of the region’s history while exploring universal themes of service, sacrifice, family, memory, and the lasting emotional effects of war.
Educational & Community Outreach
A teacher’s guide is available to support classroom and group discussions about oral history, military service, sacrifice, family communication, and the lasting effects of war. Community-screening materials are also available for veterans’ organizations, museums, historical societies, schools, retirement communities, civic groups, and other nonprofit organizations. When possible, screenings may include a filmmaker introduction and audience Q&A.
For Public Television Programmers
A private screener of the completed 56:46 public-television edition is available for station programmers and acquisition personnel. A broadcast master, closed-caption file, metadata sheet, one-sheet, teacher’s guide, still images, and vertical and horizontal artwork can be supplied upon request.
Charley Valera • Writer / Director / Producer • 978-479-7443 • charleyvalera@me.com
