Afghanistan War Experience
The series on the Afghan War delves deeply into the human experiences and personal stories shaped by the conflict. Rory Fanning's narrative follows his disillusionment with the military's mission, leading him to become a war resister after witnessing the cover-up of Pat Tillman's death. Katherine "Cat" Harris' story captures her service with the U.S. Rangers, marked by the loss of her best friend, Jenny Moreno, and her subsequent struggles with grief and recovery. Kim LeBel's life is similarly scarred by the loss of her best friend, Florence Choe, in an attack by an Afghan soldier, leading to a personal journey of overcoming abuse and finding resilience. The tapestry of memories around Kcey, a vibrant young Air Force member, portrays the enduring impact of her joyful spirit amidst the heartbreak of her death in a plane crash, as her loved ones strive to keep her memory alive. Lastly, a short film poignantly illustrates a mother's anguish over her son Michael's tragic battle with PTSD and eventual suicide, emphasizing the critical need for better mental health support for veterans. This series provides a profound exploration of love, loss, and the lasting scars of war.
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Rory Fanning: From Ranger to Resister
Directed by Michael A. Behrens
After ex-NFL star turned soldier Pat Tillman's death is covered up by the U.S. Army, Rory Fanning is discharged from the Army for resisting a second combat tour. Back home, he walks across the country while studying the history of war resistors.
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Hope: In the Aftermath of War
Hope is an intimate portrait of a military family fractured by the invisible wounds of war. At its heart is Catherine, a decorated soldier and mother who returns from deployment profoundly changed—emotionally withdrawn, plagued by guilt, and struggling with addiction. Her daughter, Hope, once pro...
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Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story follows the remarkable journey of a woman who overcame a violent, abusive upbringing in Alabama and Georgia to serve honorably in the U.S. Navy. After defending herself from a traumatic family life, Kim joined the military, only to face new challenges—gender discri...
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Ruiz
Directed by Jesse Sutterley
In a tapestry woven from heartfelt moments among family and friends, a series of events paint a profound narrative on love, loss, and resilience. At the core of these memories is Kcey, a spirited young woman of Puerto Rican and African American heritage. Her infectiou...
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Velda: A Mother's Story of Suicide
Directed by Jesse Collier Sutterley
In the poignant and thought-provoking short film, a distressed mother, Velda, takes center stage as she recounts the tragic tale of her son, Michael, who battles inner demons after being sent to war. As she navigates through the gut-wrenching chronology of his...
