Stop-Loss(2008)
The bravest place to stand is by each other's side.
A veteran soldier returns from his completed tour of duty in Iraq, only to find his life turned upside down when he is arbitrarily ordered to return to field duty by the Army.
Movie: Stop-Loss
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Brandon King
Michelle
Tommy Burgess
Steve Shriver
Senator Orton Worrell
Lieutenant Colonel Boot Miller
Roy King
Ida King
Michael Colson
Shorty
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