“Escape and Evasion” (2019) is an Australian war drama directed by Storm Ashwood. The film stars Josh McConville as Seth, a soldier dealing with the psychological aftermath of his experiences in combat.

The story follows Seth, a lone soldier who returns home after a harrowing mission in Myanmar, where his unit was ambushed, leaving him the sole survivor. Struggling with survivor’s guilt and PTSD, Seth finds it difficult to readjust to civilian life. His nightmares and flashbacks blur the line between reality and his traumatic memories.

As Seth battles his inner demons, he encounters a persistent journalist (Bonnie Sveen) who seeks to uncover the truth about the mission and what really happened to his comrades. Her investigation forces Seth to confront his past and the secrets he has been trying to suppress.