Preview: The Way We Get By (2009)

Synopsis:

A documentary about retired men and women who make homecoming celebrations at airports to welcome home returning troops.

• Poster: C

Review:

While not terribly complicated, it is a simple poster that does give you a small idea what the film is about, at least enough to know whether it's the kind of film you would see or not.

• Trailer: B-

Review:

By the time the closing scene of the trailer comes up, I'm convinced this is just a small film about people celebrating the work of soldiers returning. However, in that last moment, the documentary takes an a wholly new direction, suggesting a more complex film about selfless dedication. I'm torn on which I would rather see.

Oscar Prospects:

If there were more war veterans in the Academy's documentary branches, we might see this film get a nomination, but I'm doubtful it will.

Release Date:

• July 17, 2009

Full Review Synopsis:

I have not seen this film.

-Wesley Lovell (July 19, 2009) Original