The War Films Episode 5

  • 10 10
  • 2023
  • 59min
The War Films Episode 5
  • Original Title: The War Films Episode 5

Explores the transformation of war cinema post-9/11, from "The Hurt Locker" to "American Sniper," revealing how these narratives reflect and shape perceptions of modern warfare and America's evolving identity.

The War Films Episode 5

The War Films Episode 5 - Brave New World, 2001- 2020

Post-9/11 war films such as "Black Hawk Down," "Zero Dark Thirty," and "American Sniper" reflect the complex realities of modern warfare and America's role on the global stage. This documentary delves into how these films, are set against the backdrop of the War on Terror and the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. 

Navigate the ethical quandaries and technological advancements of 21st-century combat. Through analysis of narrative and visual techniques, it investigates what these cinematic works reveal about societal attitudes toward heroism, enemy portrayal, and the psychological impacts of war, proposing what they ultimately suggest about America's future.

 

Steve Summers
Steve Summers Director

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Cantilever Films


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