Julian (2011)

On January 24th, 2009, Lance Corporal Julian Brennan was killed in Afghanistan - becoming the first combat death in Afghanistan during the Obama presidency. Growing up in an anti-war family but nevertheless feeling called to join, Julian wrestled with his decision to enlist. JULIAN follows his passage to the Marines, exploring his experiences growing up, his fear of telling his loved ones, and the impact of his decision on his family. Told through the family's vivid home video footage, Julian's own video diaries, and present day interviews with the family, the film is a study of a young man's inner demons and an intimate portrait of family dynamics, grief, and the mysteries locked therein.

Director: Bao Nguyen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 40 min
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Cinematography: Bao Nguyen
Editing: Bao Nguyen
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Julian about?
On January 24th, 2009, Lance Corporal Julian Brennan was killed in Afghanistan - becoming the first combat death in Afghanistan during the Obama presidency. Growing up in an anti-war family but nevertheless feeling called to join, Julian wrestled with his decision to enlist. JULIAN follows his passage to the Marines, exploring his experiences growing up, his fear of telling his loved ones, and the impact of his decision on his family. Told through the family's vivid home video footage, Julian's own video diaries, and present day interviews with the family, the film is a study of a young man's inner demons and an intimate portrait of family dynamics, grief, and the mysteries locked therein.
Who directed Julian?
Julian was directed by Bao Nguyen.
How long is Julian?
Julian has a runtime of 40m (40 minutes).
What genre is Julian?
Julian is a Documentary film.
Where was Julian produced?
Julian was produced in United States of America.