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201660 min0documentary

9.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Taking Fire

201660 min0documentary

9.0/ 10(2 ratings)• TMDB

Soldiers use helmet cameras to document their experiences in one of the most dangerous war zones, revealing the realities of combat in Afghanistan.

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Soldiers use helmet cameras to document their experiences in one of the most dangerous war zones, revealing the realities of combat in Afghanistan.

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Soldiers in Afghanistan recount their experiences during combat. Using helmet cameras, they provide an unfiltered look at the chaos and dangers of the battlefield. Years after their tours, veterans share personal stories about the psychological and physical challenges of war. "Taking Fire" offers insights into the realities faced by those serving in one of the world's most dangerous war zones. The documentary is produced in the United Kingdom and is in English.

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