Compelling documentary about the experiences of U.S.
combat soldiers in Afghanistan as well as their postwar struggles to resume
their lives back home. In 2011, Justin D. Roberts, who directed and co-wrote
the narration with Alan Wain, served in Afghanistan as an Army chaplain. He
carried a camera to document his service with the 327th Infantry Regiment of
the 101st Airborne Division. Using war footage, he follows the tight-knit band
of brothers as it faces constant sniper fire, explosions and suicide bomb
attacks. The battle overseas won, a new one begins as soldiers return to
America and struggle (along with their families) with post-traumatic stress
disorder, depression and, for many, the lingering effects of damaging brain
injuries.
Watch out for: Graphic
wartime violence and bloodshed, mature themes, some rough language.
Rated: A-III, adults; MPAA:
not rated
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