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Fall PATRIOTIC Film Festival

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The Fall Patriotic Film Festival at College of the Ozarks invites the community to experience the powerful stories of three Veterans that honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s heroes. The festival runs October 14 – November 11, with multiple opportunities to view each film. Each showing date will highlight a different Veteran’s story, giving guests the chance to engage deeply with their journeys. 

Based on the book Vietnam 101, written by President Emeritus Jerry C. Davis, you’ll follow the journey of three Veterans: Captain. John Sorensen, Colonel John Clark, and Sergeant Major Eddie Neas. Hosted at The Keeter Center in the Royal Oak Forum, guests will experience full-length films that highlight resilience, leadership, and sacrifice—stories preserved through the College’s Patriotic Education Program and brought to life for a new generation. Free and open to the public*, the event offers a meaningful way to reflect, remember, and be inspired. 

*No tickets required, limited seating available

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About Each Veteran
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Photo of Captain John Sorensen

Captain John Sorensen

Captain Sorensen, a Vietnam helicopter pilot, shares insights from his distinguished Army career, emphasizing leadership, discipline, and the importance of teamwork in high-stakes environments. 

*Blue indicates film featuring Captain John Sorensen
 

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Photo of Colonel John Clark

Colonel John Clark

Colonel Clark recounts his remarkable journey from Air Force pilot to prisoner of war, offering powerful lessons on perseverance, courage, and patriotism.  

*White indicates film featuring Colonel John Clark
 

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Photo of Sergeant Major Eddie Neas

Sergeant Major Eddie Neas

Sergeant Major Neas reflects on his decades of service in the U.S. Marine Corps, highlighting themes of honor, sacrifice, and lifelong commitment to country. 

*Red indicates film featuring Sergeant Major Eddie Neas

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Calendar for October and November 2025 showing performance dates. October: October 14 in blue, October 17 in dark red, October 18 in white, October 21 in blue, and October 23 in white. November: November 4 in dark red, November 5 in blue, November 6 in white, November 7 in dark red, November 10 in white, and November 11 split half dark red and half blue. All shows are at 2 PM (doors open 30 minutes prior), except November 7 at 10 AM and November 11 with both a 2 PM and 7 PM show.
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Reserve a table for dinner at The Keeter Center and make your visit to Hard Work U. complete!

Groups and motor coaches, please call (417) 690-2120 for more information. For general inquiries, please call (417) 690-2929.