Citizen Soldier Birds Eye View

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Released Aug 5, 2016

1 hr. 35 min.

Documentary

War

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7 Reviews

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250+ Ratings

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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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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

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A honest look at being a national guard soldier in Afghanistan.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

03/31/23

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Audience Member

Great movie, well done.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/23/23

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Audience Member

Shows NG getting it in, sad when two are killed

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

02/11/23

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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

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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

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David Salzberg

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Christian Tureaud

Director

David Salzberg

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Jordan Alex

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Eran Harrill

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Eli Baldrige

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John DeFore

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

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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

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Ken Jaworowski

New York Times

The tension in "Citizen Soldier" is enough to make you gnaw through your fingernails.

Aug 4, 2016

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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

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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

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Joe Bendel

Epoch Times

Very highly recommended.

Rated: 3.5/5

Aug 4, 2016

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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
Executive Producer: Wendy R. Anderson, Carlos Boettcher
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

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