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Is the movie Only the Brave (2017) based on a true story?

Sophia Williams Sophia Williams Apr 27, 2017 · 2 mins read
Is the movie Only the Brave (2017) based on a true story?
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Yes, the movie Only the Brave (2017) is based on a true story. It tells the story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, an elite firefighting team from Prescott, Arizona, who battled a wildfire in Yarnell Hill in 2013, resulting in the tragic deaths of 19 members.

What is the true story behind the movie Only the Brave (2017)?

The movie Only the Brave (2017) is based on the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, a group of elite firefighters who fought the Yarnell Hill Fire in Arizona in 2013. The fire claimed the lives of 19 members of the crew, making it the deadliest wildfire in Arizona’s history.

The movie follows the story of the crew, led by Eric Marsh (played by Josh Brolin) and Brendan McDonough (played by Miles Teller), as they train and prepare for wildfire season. They face challenges and personal struggles, including addiction and family problems. The crew becomes like family to each other as they work to protect homes and communities from wildfires.

On June 30th, 2013, the Granite Mountain Hotshots were fighting the Yarnell Hill Fire when a sudden change in weather and wind direction caused the fire to rapidly escalate, resulting in a deadly inferno. Despite their best efforts and training, the Hotshots were unable to outrun the flames and all 19 members of the crew were killed.

The tragedy shocked the nation and led to increased scrutiny and improved safety measures in wildfire management. The movie honors the memory of the Granite Mountain Hotshots and their sacrifice in protecting communities and natural resources.

Are there any books about the true story behind the movie Only the Brave (2017)?

Yes, there is a book about the true story behind the movie Only the Brave (2017). The book is titled “Granite Mountain: The Firsthand Account of a Tragic Wildfire, Its Lone Survivor, and the Firefighters Who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice” by Brendan McDonough, the lone survivor of the Granite Mountain Hotshots. The book was first published in 2017, around the same time as the movie’s release.

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