Now through February 27, 2009, Greenwood Hill Productions is pleased to offer educators the opportunity for
students to conduct webcam / internet interviews with Rowan Joseph, the director of the film Dalton Trumbo's
JOHNNY GOT HIS GUN. There are a limited number of dates and times available, subject to Mr. Joseph's
availability. For more information contact
Wesley Horton at education@JohnnyGotHisGunthemovie.com.
Is there a study guide for the film?
Yes! Download the Study Guide here. We also hope to include
portions of the study guide as a part of the DVD release. Teachers and students are welcome to submit any
material: book reports, original poetry, artwork, even short student films for consideration. All materials
must be accompanied by a release form, which can be obtained by contacting Greenwood Hill Productions at
education@JohnnyGotHisGunthemovie.com.
How is the film relevant to the study of the book?
While nothing can replace reading the original novel, the film offers students an opportunity to experience
the main character's journey in a visual medium. It can also serve as a point of discussion regarding the
adaptation of works of literature into other art forms.
How faithful is the film to the book?
Ironically, this cinematic incarnation of the novel is actually closer to the novel than the
1971 film, which Dalton Trumbo wrote and directed. Our movie is a filmed version of the stage play, adapted
from the novel by playwright Bradley Rand Smith. The (screen)play is written in the same "stream-of-conscious"
style as the book. It is constructed from the internal monologue which comprises the book, with 99% of the
dialogue taken directly from the novel itself.
When will the film be released?
The film will have a limited distribution this fall, beginning with the World Premiere in Austin, TX, on September 22nd, to coincide with the upcoming general election. Click here to see the full schedule. It is also anticipated that
the DVD version of the film will be available before the end of year.
