Movie·2024·0h 21m

Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story

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.

Language

English

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The Story

"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.

Producer

Daniel L. Bernardi, Jesse Collier Sutterley

Cinematography

Jesse Collier Sutterley

Editor

Sean Restivo

Themes

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd)u.s. navyafghanistan war (2001-2021)sexual harassmentpurple heartwomen in the militaryveteransgender discriminationmilitary nurse

Production House

Veteran Documentary Corps

El Dorado Films