“My Dead Friend Zoe,” hitting theaters February 28, reimagines the military drama genre with a fresh blend of dark humor and raw emotion. The film follows Merritt, an Afghanistan veteran whose struggle with post-deployment life takes unexpected turns.
Unlike traditional war movies, this story embraces complexity through its dark comedy approach. When Merritt jokes about needing permission to be killed if caught in “dopey group therapy,” it perfectly captures the film’s unique voice.
The narrative weaves together themes of identity, loss, and healing. Meanwhile, the mysterious Zoe’s presence haunts the story, suggesting that sometimes healing means finding peace with the past rather than leaving it behind.
