My Dead Friend Zoe
“Grief can be a funny thing.”
Merit, a U.S. Army veteran suffering from PTSD, is repeatedly tortured by visions of her deceased friend and company buddy Zoe. After her Afghanistan service in 2016, she attends group therapy until Dale, her grandfather and former Lieutenant Colonel, is recently diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Merit steps up to his aide, and discovers more about herself and her family, while also gaining the courage to put her metaphorical demons to rest.
This film offers a poignant, darkly comedic journey through the echoes of trauma and the complexities of family. It's a character-driven exploration of grief and healing, blending sharp humor with raw emotional honesty. Expect a bittersweet, reflective experience that finds light in the shadows of memory and connection.
