Combat Shock
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Combat Shock

A dangerously disturbed Vietnam veteran struggles with life 15 years after his return home, and slowly falls into insanity from his gritty urban lifes...tyle. Show More

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In Combat Shock (1984), viewers are introduced to Frankie, a war veteran who is struggling to cope with the hardships of post-war life. Frankie finds himself trapped in a cycle of misery and despair, surrounded by a bleak existence with no money, a nagging wife, and a group of friends who are engulfed in drug addiction. Adding to his despair is the presence of his deformed baby, which serves as a constant reminder of the traumas he has experienced.

The movie chronicles one fateful day in Frankie's life, as he navigates through the dark underbelly of his impoverished and desolate neighborhood. Taking place in a post-apocalyptic-like setting, Combat Shock paints a harrowing picture of the aftermath of war and its devastating impact on the human psyche.

Through its gritty and raw depiction, the film explores themes of hopelessness, despair, and the lasting scars of trauma. Viewers follow Frankie's journey as he tries to make sense of his existence and grapple with the harsh realities of his everyday life.

As the day unfolds, audiences are immersed in a disturbing world that challenges their perceptions of humanity and the devastating consequences of war. Combat Shock invites viewers to confront uncomfortable truths about the human condition and the struggle to find meaning in the face of overwhelming adversity.

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Combat Shock

Release Date:

14 May 1986

Writers:

Buddy Giovinazzo

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