Help us make Real Fake War! - A Documentary Short Film

"Real Fake War" is a SCAD Documentary thesis film directed by Tommy Dilger.

Logline: Can a combat veteran find therapy and purpose through war reenacting?

My name is Tommy Dilger, a senior in film at the Savannah College of Art & Design. My thesis film "Real Fake War" tells the story of TJ Truax, who joined the Marine Corps after graduating high school and was sent to Afghanistan in 2013. Upon his return and eventual discharge, he struggles to make sense of what he experienced and find a purpose in civilian life. He finds it in a hobby he’s enjoyed since high school - war reenacting. With a new view on true nature of war, TJ uses this outlet to teach about conflicts of the past and find a sense of belonging among his fellow reenactors, which he credits with helping him navigate his PTSD.

This documentary will take the viewer through a WWII battle reenactment from TJs perspective, interviews sharing his experiences at war, and footage from his tour in Afghanistan. With your support, I'm thrilled to bring this story to life. Any contributions are greatly appreciated!

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