Only the Brave is a 2017 biographical drama film directed by Joseph Kosinski and written by Ken Nolan and Eric Warren Singer. The movie depicts the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a team of elite firefighters who fought the Yarnell Hill Fire in June 2013, which claimed the lives of 19 of their members. The film stars Josh Brolin, Miles Teller, Jeff Bridges, Jennifer Connelly, and Andie MacDowell. In this article, we will delve deeper into the movie and its impact.
Plot
The movie follows the story of Eric Marsh (Josh Brolin), the superintendent of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, as he trains his team to become one of the most elite firefighting units in the country. The film also depicts the personal struggles of the team members, including Brendan McDonough (Miles Teller), a former drug addict who turns his life around to become a member of the team.
The film culminates in the team's deployment to the Yarnell Hill Fire in June 2013, which ultimately
claimed the lives of 19 of the 20 team members. Only Brendan McDonough survived the disaster.
Critical Reception
Only the Brave received positive reviews from critics, with many praising the film's performances and emotional resonance. The movie currently holds an 88% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, with the site's consensus reading: "Only the Brave's impressive veteran cast and affecting fact-based story add up to a no-frills drama that's just as stolidly powerful as the real-life heroes it honors."
Writing for The New York Times, A.O. Scott said, "The movie is blunt and rousing, and it doesn't shy away from sentimentality or cliché. But it is also a sincere and fitting tribute to its subjects, who deserve every bit of our national gratitude."
Box Office Performance
Only the Brave was released on October 20, 2017, and grossed $23.9 million in the United States and Canada, and $25.3 million in other territories, for a worldwide total of $49.2 million against a production budget of $38 million.
Impact
Only the Brave has had a significant impact on the families of the Granite Mountain Hotshots and the firefighting community as a whole. The film has helped raise awareness of the dangers faced by firefighters and the sacrifices they make to protect their communities.
In an interview with The Arizona Republic, Amanda Marsh, the widow of Eric Marsh, said, "I think it's important that people understand that these guys are human beings, and they have families and friends and people that love them. It's not just a name on a plaque."
The film has also inspired the creation of the Eric Marsh Foundation for Wildland Firefighters, which provides resources and support to firefighters and their families.
Conclusion
Only the Brave is a powerful tribute to the Granite Mountain Hotshots and their heroic sacrifice. The film has received critical acclaim for its emotional resonance and impressive performances, and has had a significant impact on raising awareness of the sacrifices made by firefighters. The film serves as a reminder of the courage and dedication of these brave men and women, and the importance of supporting those who put themselves in harm's way to protect their communities.
Sources : Only the Brave (2017) - IMDb
Only the Brave (2017) - Rotten Tomatoes
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Only the Brave': Arizona firefighter's widow, cast talk Yarnell Hill Fire
Eric Marsh Foundation for Wildland Firefighters
Only the Brave: A Tribute to the Granite Mountain Hotshots
Only the Brave Review - The New York Times
Only the Brave movie review & film summary (2017) | Roger Ebert
Box Office Mojo - Only the Brave (2017)
Eric Marsh Foundation for Wildland Firefighters - About Us
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