In the summer of 2007, Joseph formed the film production company Greenwood Hill Productions. The company's first feature film, Dalton Trumbo's Johnny Got His Gun, was released and distributed theatrically in 2008 by Mark Cuban & Todd Wagner's Truly Indie. Joseph directed the film, based on the 1982 Off-Broadway play of the same title.. The story of a young American soldier hit by an artillery shell on the last day of the First World War. The film takes place in the mind of a quadruple amputee who has also lost his eyes, ears, nose, and mouth. Regaining consciousness, 20 year-old Joe Bonham slowly discovers that while his brain is healthy and able to reason, the rest of his body is irreparably shattered, leaving him forever.
Discover reviews, ratings, and trailers for Johnny Got His Gun (2008) on Rotten Tomatoes. Stay updated with critic and audience scores today!. Johnny Got His Gun: Directed by Rowan Joseph. With Matty Ferraro, Rowan Joseph, Meredith Kendall, Ben McKenzie. A filmed live theater performance starring Ben McKenzie of the Off-Broadway stage monologue adapted from Dalton Trumbo's classic anti-war novel. The story of a young American soldier hit by an artillery shell on the last day of the First World War. The film takes place in the mind of.