Almost Sunrise
Feature length film Completed 2016
Producer
Marty Syjuco
Doc Society helped with
Impact
Went to Good Pitch
Runtime: 98 minutes
Two friends, ex-soldiers, in an attempt to put their haunting combat experiences behind them, embark on an epic 2,700-mile trek on foot across America seeking redemption and healing as a way to close the moral chasm opened by war. Their odyssey across snowy mountains and vast deserts inspires an inner journey that culminates in a remarkable spiritual transformation that could light the way for other veterans seeking to reclaim their lives. Almost Sunrise is an intimate, vérité film that eschews stereotypes, and instead, captures an unprecedented portrait of veterans - one of hope, potential and untold possibilities.
Crew
The more institutional issue could be explored more. But the documentary does such an excellent job of what it does choose to focus on that it's hardly missed.
A Reel of One's Own
Feb. 5, 2019
Almost Sunrise is as empathetic and touching as any look at PTSD that I've ever seen, and anyone with a family member going through something similar owes it to themselves to see this film
The Gate
Aug. 28, 2018
[Almost Sunrise] quietly follows Tom and Anthony in their walking journey back from hell.
Film Threat
July 14, 2017
'Almost Sunrise' presents a journey that is very much worth the time of anyone who's concerned about the effect war has on our brothers and sisters who fight -- which should translate to 'everyone.'
RogerEbert.com
July 14, 2017
We're left ... feeling we've had only a glimmer of illumination on a vexingly complex problem.
New York Times
July 13, 2017
One of the most heartfelt and enlightening documentaries of the year. It should be mandatory for all soldiers to watch it prior to enlistment.
NYC Movie Guru
July 13, 2017
A profound and hopeful documentary about the challenges faced by soldiers returning from war.
Spirituality & Practice
July 13, 2017
Exploring the ramifications of that tragic state of affairs while introducing a concept dubbed "Moral Injury," Almost Sunrise makes for powerful viewing.
The Hollywood Reporter
June 9, 2017
The film provides a valuable chance to walk in the shoes of men we might not otherwise get to know.
Madison Movie
Oct. 5, 2016
