Escape and Evasion is a gripping 2019 Australian war drama directed by Storm Ashwood that delves into the psychological and emotional toll of war. While many war films focus on combat and heroism, Escape and Evasion takes a different approach, exploring the haunting aftermath of battle and the inner turmoil faced by soldiers after returning home.

The film is a harrowing tale of survival, guilt, and the toll of war, centering on a protagonist haunted by his experiences. The story follows Seth, an Australian soldier and sole survivor of a failed mission in Myanmar.

Played by Josh McConville, Seth struggles to reintegrate into civilian life after the trauma of losing his comrades during the mission. Plagued by guilt, nightmares, and PTSD, Seth becomes estranged from his family and the world, finding it increasingly difficult to escape the horrors of war.

However, Seth’s past is not easily left behind. A determined journalist, Rebecca (Bonnie Sveen), begins to investigate the mysterious circumstances surrounding the ill-fated mission. As she digs deeper, Seth’s closely guarded secrets begin to unravel, leading to a tense confrontation between his desire for isolation and the growing demand for accountability.

Through Seth’s journey, the film explores the long-term effects of war on soldiers, the lingering mental scars and the heavy burden of survivor’s guilt. It also questions the ethics of war and the consequences of decisions made on the battlefield that reverberate through the lives of those involved.