War ·Documentary · 2024 · 21m

Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story

Director

Cast

Kim LeBel as Kim LeBel Michele Woolman as Michele Woolman Amber Sehl as Amber Sehl

Crew

Jesse Collier Sutterley — Director of Photography Andrés Gallegos — Director of Photography Isaac Billanfante — Director of Photography Sean Restivo — Editor Daniel L. Bernardi — Writer Sean Restivo — Writer

Tagline

In the face of a brutal childhood and harrowing experiences in the military, a resilient woman defies all odds, emerging as a courageous veteran of the Afghanistan War, fighting for justice and equality in a man's world.

Synopsis

"Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story" follows the remarkable journey of a woman who overcame a violent, abusive upbringing in Alabama and Georgia to serve honorably in the U.S. Navy. After defending herself from a traumatic family life, Kim joined the military, only to face new challenges—gender discrimination, sexual harassment, and the brutal realities of combat in Afghanistan. Despite being shot and witnessing the horrors of war, Kim's indomitable spirit and courage shine through. Her story is a powerful testament to the resilience of women in the military, offering an intimate portrayal of survival, strength, and triumph against the odds.

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