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“My dead friend Zoe”, interview with director Kyle Hausmann-Stokes

FRED Film Radio - English Channel
FRED Film Radio - English Channel
Episode • Nov 26, 2024 • 10m

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