Julian

Overview

On January 24th, 2009, Lance Corporal Julian Brennan was killed in Afghanistan - becoming the first combat death in Afghanistan during the Obama presidency. Growing up in an anti-war family but nevertheless feeling called to join, Julian wrestled with his decision to enlist. JULIAN follows his passage to the Marines, exploring his experiences growing up, his fear of telling his loved ones, and the impact of his decision on his family. Told through the family's vivid home video footage, Julian's own video diaries, and present day interviews with the family, the film is a study of a young man's inner demons and an intimate portrait of family dynamics, grief, and the mysteries locked therein.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

October 1, 2011

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Director

Bao Nguyen

Producer

Bao Nguyen

Cinematography

Bao Nguyen

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

IMDb

tt2049478