Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story (2024)

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.

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"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.

Director: Daniel L. Bernardi
Genre: War, Documentary
Runtime: 21 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Jesse Collier Sutterley, Andrés Gallegos
Editing: Sean Restivo
Production: Veteran Documentary Corps, El Dorado Films
Language: English
Budget: $50,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

post-traumatic stress disorder (ptsd), u.s. navy, afghanistan war (2001-2021), sexual harassment, purple heart, women in the military, veterans, gender discrimination, military nurse

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story about?
"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.
Who directed Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story?
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story was directed by Daniel L. Bernardi.
Who stars in Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story?
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story stars Kim LeBel, Michele Woolman, Amber Sehl.
How long is Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story?
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
What genre is Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story?
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story is a War, Documentary film.
What is the budget of Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story?
Resilience: The Kim LeBel Story had a budget of $50,000.