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Stand Down Soldier 2014

★ 8.01 votes82 min📅 2014-07-09

"The life of a woman after military service"

In *Stand Down Soldier (2014)*, director Jeryl Prescott crafts a raw and emotionally charged drama exploring the fragile resilience of a military couple struggling to reclaim their marriage after war.

Director: Jeryl Prescott

Cast

T'Shaun Barrett
T'Shaun Barrett
Jesse, Jr.
Tai Bennett
Tai Bennett
Tyrone
Sharon Brathwaite
Sharon Brathwaite
Ms. Wright
Evita Castine
Shirley
Mark E. Fletcher
Ed
Lyn Alicia Henderson
Lyn Alicia Henderson
Tinisha
Kevin Jackson
Kevin Jackson
Jesse Armstrong
David Jite
Son-in-law
Diarra Kilpatrick
Diarra Kilpatrick
Billi
Toy Lei
Toy Lei
Mei-mei / Ling-ling

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Stand Down Soldier (2014) about?

This drama follows Sergeant Stacy Armstrong as she returns from three deployments with PTSD, battling infidelity, addiction, and a tragic accident that strain the couple's two decades of marriage. Jesse, her husband, fights to keep their relationship alive despite the mounting crises.

Who directed Stand Down Soldier?

Jeryl Prescott directed this intimate drama, bringing a sensitive yet unflinching lens to the Armstrongs' emotional turmoil.

Who stars in Stand Down Soldier?

The film features T'Shaun Barrett, Tai Bennett, Sharon Brathwaite, Evita Castine, and Mark E. Fletcher in key roles.

Is Stand Down Soldier (2014) worth watching?

With its grounded themes and compelling performances, *Stand Down Soldier* offers a moving exploration of military life's lingering effects on relationships. While not a blockbuster, its authenticity makes it a poignant watch for drama enthusiasts.

How long is Stand Down Soldier?

The film runs for 82 minutes.

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About Stand Down Soldier (2014) — A Military Marriage's Fight for Survival Amidst PTSD

In *Stand Down Soldier (2014)*, director Jeryl Prescott crafts a raw and emotionally charged drama exploring the fragile resilience of a military couple struggling to reclaim their marriage after war. Sergeant Stacy Armstrong returns from three grueling deployments haunted by PTSD, pushing her and her husband Jesse to their emotional limits. As infidelity, substance abuse, and a heartbreaking accident threaten to tear them apart, Jesse fights desperately to hold their twenty-year bond together. The film paints a poignant portrait of love under pressure, where the wounds of service don't end at the battlefield but seep into the quiet corners of home.

With a tight 82-minute runtime, *Stand Down Soldier* keeps its focus razor-sharp on the Armstrongs' crumbling world, blending intimate character moments with the weight of unseen scars. Prescott's direction, paired with standout performances from the cast, turns a personal crisis into a universal story about sacrifice, redemption, and whether love can survive when the enemy isn't just outside the door.