Lonesome Soldier

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Lonesome Soldier
Lonesome soldier.jpg
Directed byNino Aldi
Written by
  • Alexander Randazzo
  • Lionel Chetwynd
  • Linda Lee
Produced by
  • John W. Bosher
  • Al Capitanini
  • Chris Charles
  • Michael Davenport
  • Jason Kanjiro Howard
  • Catherine Kyritsi
  • Michael Laundon
  • Linda Lee
  • Steve Monroe
  • Jessica Olas
  • C. Charles Pappas
  • Alexander Randazzo
  • G.R. Seppala
  • Mary Jo Marino Stemp
  • Mark Wallace
  • Rocky Whatule
Starring
CinematographySaulius Lukosevicius
Edited by
  • Eric Dow
Music by
  • Samu Csernak
Production
company
  • Military Movies
Release dates
  • November 3, 2023 (2023-11-03)([)
  • United States (United States)
Running time
109 minutes
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish
Box office$51,228

Lonesome Soldier is a 2023 American war drama film directed by Nino Aldi and written by Alexander Randazzo, Lionel Chetwynd,and Linda Lee. It stars Alexander Randazzo, John Ashton, and Allison McAtee. [1] Based on a true story, [2] Lonesome Soldier follows the life of Jackson Harlow, from young dreamer to haunted war veteran in this harrowing portrayal of PTSD and the effects it has, not only on soldiers, but also their loved ones. [3] [4] [5] [6]

Contents

Plot

After serving in the Iraq war, Jackson Harlow returns to Tennessee and learns that his fight is far from over. Veterans and their loved ones face many challenges while battling PTSD.

Cast

Production

The film was independently produced and directed by Nino Aldi. The screenplay was written by Alexander Randazzo and Lionel Chetwynd.

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