My son took his family to see the movie this week. He has a brother (my son also) who served in Kosovo & Iraq and is diagnosed PTSD. After the movie, my 15 yo grandson wrote his uncle a letter saying he better understood the battles he is facing here at home.
My Iraq Vet Son was brought to tears by the letter and all the sentiment it expressed. Then I learned that my daughter-in-law also felt moved to write. She had never known anyone in the Army personally, and the movie really opened her eyes. I am grateful for family that loves and supports one another through thick & thin.
My husband & I are unable to attend at the theatre but we will be watching as soon as it is available.
Yes, I felt that I understood better what some people were going through with PTSD, after seeing the movie. The jumpiness when there’s a sudden noise and the drifting off in space and reliving past events. And it can happen at any time or just be constant for these vets. I’m happy to hear that your family was moved to write a letter and have a better understanding. I’m sure this movie will help some vets to open up and hopefully, seek help if they need it.