TED: An Iraq war movie crowd-sourced from soldiers | Deborah Scranton

Deborah discusses her journey of embedding with the New Hampshire National Guard to document soldiers' stories from the inside out. She shares the challenges of gaining trust, the importance of conversations about war, and the disconnect between soldiers and civilians. The film's creation relied heavily on technology, allowing real-time communication and capturing raw experiences. Deborah emphasizes the need for genuine support for soldiers and the importance of bridging the gap between different perspectives on war.

What role does the speaker believe conversations about war and politics play in society?

How does the speaker describe the process of making the documentary?

What was the emotional impact of the story shared by the soldier about killing a child?

In what ways does the speaker encourage the audience to support soldiers?