"Stop-Loss," an emotional and social rollercoaster ride from the director of the critically acclaimed "Boys Don't Cry" (Kimberly Peirce), "Stop Loss" follows the lives of 5 young war veterans andtheir families as they reintegrate into society after their tour of duty. After exploring several problems within the group, which range from domestic violence to alcoholism, the story turns when the leader of the group is not allowed to leave the Army at the end of his enlistment and is faced with another tour in Iraq. Once he refuses, they all must choose sides and make difficult choices.
"Stop-Loss" is a gripping story that explores the psychological climate of today's war veterans. This movie offers riveting performances from some of Hollywood's young leading men: Ryan Phillippe ("Crash"), Channing Tatum ("Step Up"), Joseph Gordon-Levitt ("Brick") and Victor Rasuk ("Feel The Noise"). This movie will have you questioning your patriotism and makes you appreciate the sacrifice our military veterans make.
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