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Citizen Soldier Birds Eye View

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The true story of some soldiers in a United States Army Infantry Company, part of the Oklahoma National Guard's 45th Thunderbirds Brigade, and their life-changing tour of duty in Afghanistan.
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John DeFore The Hollywood Reporter Where other good war docs have done more of the storytelling retrospectively, the directors here bounce around in-the-moment POV angles to keep us in the action. Aug 5, 2016 Full Review Michael Rechtshaffen Los Angeles Times Through the incorporation of multiple strategically placed cameras, including helmet cams, the filmmakers, who achieved a similar, grunts-eye-view in 2014's "The Hornet's Nest," create an undeniably palpable experience. Aug 5, 2016 Full Review Ken Jaworowski New York Times The tension in "Citizen Soldier" is enough to make you gnaw through your fingernails. Aug 4, 2016 Full Review Chris Barsanti Film Journal International A promising but half-realized documentary whose relentlessly upbeat and on-message tone is more akin to a recruiting video. Aug 4, 2016 Full Review Jennie Kermode Eye for Film It's well edited to create a film that tells the soldiers' story well, and for that, many small sins can be forgiven. Rated: 3.5/5 Aug 4, 2016 Full Review Joe Bendel Epoch Times Very highly recommended. Rated: 3.5/5 Aug 4, 2016 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member I loved this movie. Its a modern day band of brothers and sisters through the eyes of deployed National Guard Soldiers and Airman. Gripping, heart pounding, and heart breaking at the same time. A must see film. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review s r A honest look at being a national guard soldier in Afghanistan. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 03/31/23 Full Review Audience Member Great movie, well done. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/23/23 Full Review Audience Member Shows NG getting it in, sad when two are killed Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/11/23 Full Review Audience Member The Citizen Soldier film follows the heartfelt story of an ordinary group of civilians in Oklahoma's National Guard who willingly leave their families to serve in the United States Military. While battling in the most dangerous parts of Afghanistan, these men experience difficult and life-changing circumstances as they sacrifice themselves to protect our beloved country. Never before have I seen such an authentic and genuine military documentary that accurately captures what it's actually like to be on the front lines. Using helmet-cameras to document their experiences in Afghanistan, these men provide the audience with a realistic and raw view into the harsh realities of war. After watching this moving film, I was left with a deeper appreciation and greater respect for the men and women who battle to guard the United States and its citizens. The startling gunshots and harsh conditions of their battles in Afghanistan gave the audience a greater perspective and insight into the difficult lives of military personnel. Their courage and bravery displayed while deployed oversees was truly amazing, and I thank directors David Salzberg and Christian Tureaud for inviting me into their inspirational and moving documentary that authentically displayed the duties of our armed forces. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/19/23 Full Review Audience Member Citizen Soldier follows the Oklahoma Army National Guard's 45th Infantry Brigade Combat Team also known as "Thunderbirds", while spending a 96-day deployment in Afghanistan. What made this film special is that since the soldiers filmed it, audiences are able to see what really goes on while overseas. You see the bond that these men and women form, through the good times and the bad, and how they truly become a band of brothers. I thought this was an amazing movie, and it was really touching seeing how brave and dedicated these soldiers were when it came to serving our country. This is a movie you should absolutely watch if you haven't already. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/03/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis The true story of some soldiers in a United States Army Infantry Company, part of the Oklahoma National Guard's 45th Thunderbirds Brigade, and their life-changing tour of duty in Afghanistan.
Director
David Salzberg, Christian Tureaud
Producer
David Salzberg, Christian Tureaud, Bert Bedrosian, Eran Harrill
Screenwriter
Eli Baldrige
Distributor
Gravitas Ventures
Production Co
Strong Eagle Media
Rating
R (Language)
Genre
Documentary, War
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 5, 2016, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Mar 8, 2017
Runtime
1h 35m
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