𝙃𝙮𝙚𝙣𝙖 𝙍𝙤𝙖𝙙 (𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟱)

𝙃𝙮𝙚𝙣𝙖 𝙍𝙤𝙖𝙙 (𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟱)

  • November 12, 2024

Hyena Road is a Canadian war drama directed by Paul Gross, which premiered in 2015. The film explores the complexities of war and the impact it has on soldiers, civilians, and the broader geopolitical landscape, particularly in Afghanistan. Drawing on real events, it delves into the moral dilemmas faced by military personnel in a conflict zone.

Set against the backdrop of the Afghanistan war, Hyena Road follows a Canadian sniper team as they navigate the challenges of combat and the complexities of relationships with local Afghan communities. The story primarily revolves around three characters:

Master Corporal Ryan Sanders (played by Paul Gross), a skilled sniper grappling with the emotional weight of war.
Sergeant Derek Lavoie (played by Rossif Sutherland), a soldier dealing with the psychological toll of combat.

Captain Jennifer Bowman (played by Christine Horne), who represents the military leadership and navigates the political intricacies of their mission.
As the narrative unfolds, the team embarks on a mission to build a strategic road in a volatile region, facing threats from the Taliban and the harsh realities of warfare.

The film emphasizes the moral ambiguity of their actions, the challenges of distinguishing friend from foe, and the difficult choices soldiers must make in the line of duty.