The Corporal's Diary
Young corporal Jonathan Santos documented his 37 days in Iraq on video and in writing, never knowing that day 38 would be his last. Through Jonathan’s handwritten words and videotape, the film tells a personal and profound story.
Jonathan Santos, 22, documented his 37 days in Iraq on video and in writing, never knowing that day 38 would be his last. From high explosives to clandestine home brew, his video footage and witty narrative combine personal musings on life, death, and the future he imagined but would never see. His charming buddy, Matthew, who barely survived, brings the war home. Through Jonathan’s handwritten words and videotape, the film tells a personal and profound story.
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About DOC-DEBUT
This film is airing as part of DOC-DEBUT, a series on Link TV highlighting unique and groundbreaking international documentary films. Each week features the U.S. television premiere of a new foreign doc, offering American audiences unprecedented perspectives on world events and culture, as seen through the eyes of individuals across the globe. The series also provides a unique outlet for films by independent directors and producers to reach a much wider international audience.
DOC-DEBUT airs every Sunday at 8pm Pacific and every Saturday at 8pm Eastern.