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Ripple Effect

A young Afghan boy's life is forever changed when a kind American soldier's actions set him on a journey to uncover the truth behind a catastrophic roadside bombing.

A young Afghan boy witnesses a roadside bomb being buried outside his village, leading to his mother's brutal murder and father's injury. When an American Special Forces team arrives, the boy seeks help from the medic, who promises to aid his father. The team's sudden departure to avoid an ambush leaves the boy to save the Americans from the explosive trap, putting himself in harm's way. Despite cultural differences, the boy and the soldier form a powerful bond, altering the course of their lives.

Info about Ripple Effect

Studio(s): American Film Institute (AFI),Velvet Revolution Pictures

Originally Released: United States, Apr 29, 2011

Genres:Action, Drama, Short, War