American Sniper: Symptoms Of Post Traumatic Stress Disor

American Sniper is a 2014 biographical war film directed by Clint Eastwood and written by Jason Hall. The film is loosely based on the autobiography written by Chris Kyle regarding his experiences as a Navy SEAL in the Iraq War. Like many war films, American Sniper attempts to depict the realities of war and its impact on soldiers and civilians alike. More specifically, this film artistically conveys the gruesomeness of war and the struggles soldiers face, including consequences associated with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, as a way to oppose war. PTSD is a mental health condition that is provoked by exposure to a traumatic event. Symptoms of PTSD can include intrusive memories, avoidance, changes in physical and emotional reactions,

Eastwood began his career by starring in the television series Rawhide and further developed fame through his roles in Western films. His first film as a director was Play Misty for Me in 1971. Eastwood’s directing style can be explained as focusing on simplicity, realism, and storytelling. He holds a minimalist approach to filmmaking, using little camera movement and scene cuts to minimize the story's distractions. He also aims to create a sense of authenticity by filming in real places and using real people. Iraq was still incredibly unsafe in 2014, therefore Eastwood was forced to mimic reality by filming scenes in Morocco. Realism is also shown through his use of natural lighting in his films. Eastwood also has strong storytelling skills that are seen in his biographical films, like American Sniper, that create compelling and emotional stories for the audience.

Eastwood is also well-known for his conservative political beliefs. These beliefs have influenced his films in a number of ways. His films often portray strong, independent characters who embody traditional American values. In American Sniper, Eastwood celebrates and honors the sacrifices that soldiers make for their country but also criticizes war itself. In an interview, Eastwood publicly opposed the decision to go to war in Iraq. Rather than endorsing war in this film, Eastwood shows admiration for military personnel

Throughout the film, Mustafa has killed several American soldiers and made missions nearly impossible to complete. Chris and his comrades make their way to the roof of a building during a sandstorm. They position themselves on the roof and wait for instruction from higher command. Through his sniper lens, Chris believes he sees the enemy sniper about a mile away. He is instructed not to shoot, as it would give away their location to the opposing forces. Chris struggles with the decision, but ultimately pulls his trigger. The bullet soars through the air, and within seconds, the enemy sniper falls to the ground