Kyle Hausmann-Stokes, the director of My dead friend Zoe, delivers a deeply compelling and insightful portrayal of veterans' PTSD—a film that is truly a must-see.
Director Kyle Hausmann-Stokes delivers a powerful debut with “My Dead Friend Zoe“, a deeply personal film rooted in his own Army experiences, when he served in Iraq. The story sheds light on the profound challenges veterans face as they transition to civilian life, grappling with PTSD and the emotional toll of losing friends and comrades.
With authenticity and realism, the film offers a poignant exploration of resilience, healing, and the enduring impact of war, presenting a deeply moving tribute to the human spirit, without indulging in the glorification of militarism for its own sake, but rather critically examining its impact on society.
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"My dead friend Zoe", interview with director Kyle Hausmann-StokesCristiana Palmieri
The army veteran Merit maintains a close friendship with Zoe, her comrade-in-arms. Zoe, in fact, lost her life, and despite the help of her therapist and her mother, Merit increasingly isolates herself from reality. At least until her gruff grandfather, who lives sequestered in the family lake house, begins to need help.
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