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Tattooed Under Fire

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I never thought I could learn the story of someone's life from their tattoos, but, duh, I did in this film. It's probably the most powerful way to find out who a person is - at least from these guys. It made me think so much more deeply about who this young boys (about to become men) truly are. I hadn't realized the personal side of our "wars" - these guys are just so young. And they think they have no alternative but to enlist. It's a film that will make you think.

An evocative, poignant and highly personal look at the human and cultural cost of war. The young men and women are introduced in this film as they are being tattooed; raw recruits at first and then as returning soldiers, changed in ways only their fellow soldiers can grasp. The filmmakers captured a unique perspective of the impact of the war in Iraq

I've seen many attempts to portray the ravages of war on humanity, but none so clearly displays the effects on the many who face the front lines. Deeply moving. A very well thought out film.

A look at deploying soldiers through the eyes of a tattoo parlor?
This fresh yet intimate documentary is a must-see. Edgy, uncomfortable and completely mesmerizing.
I work in film and television and know I'm seeing something good when I forget about lighting, editing, pacing, writing, camera angles - and just give myself up to the story.
Regardless of your perspective on any war the US is involved with, please watch this and get to know our soldiers. Whether or not I could relate to the personal circumstances that brought them into the service (or the tattoo parlor), I was riveted by their stories. I came away in awe of their sacrifices and in most cases, their ability to find something positive even in the absolute worst experiences.
This film should be mandatory viewing for everyone on Capitol Hill.
In fact, it should be mandatory viewing for everyone.

Tattooed Under Fire