My Father’s Brothers – a feature documentary film chronicling what my dad and seven other survivors went through in a horrific battle in Vietnam and what they still go through today. From directing to writing to producing to even designing the poster, this was the ultimate passion project for me.

Poster for the film.

Scene from My Father's Brothers. The film is currently available for streaming.

Film Synopsis

On a seemingly routine Wednesday in 1966, a young Army captain and his soldiers experienced a day that would change their lives forever. "My Father's Brothers" follows the filmmaker on a personal journey to uncover the enduring impact of a catastrophic battle on his father and the men of his unit.

Through this journey, the filmmaker gains insight into his father's harrowing experiences during the Vietnam War. His father introduces him to fellow survivors of the tragic battle that took place on June 29, 1966, during Operation Yorktown. The commands given to the captain’s company led to dire and irrevocable consequences for the soldiers involved.

Utilizing poignant interviews and archival footage, the film delves into the human aspects of the intense, day-long battle. Through the revelatory testimonies of eight soldiers, the story unfolds to reveal the platoon's desperate struggle. Outnumbered nearly 10 to one and positioned at a strategic disadvantage, the platoon faced near-total annihilation. The survivors share their tales of tragedy, resourcefulness, heroism, and enduring remembrance. Fifty years later, the bonds forged in the crucible of battle remain strong.

"My Father's Brothers" provides the filmmaker with a unique opportunity to understand not only his father’s experiences but also the shared experiences of the diverse men he commanded. It explores how they survived that fateful day and have since grappled with the lingering demons born from that ordeal.

The documentary is now available on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV and other outlets.

Official selection of 15 film festivals, including awards:

  • Best Documentary Award (Juried) – Beaufort International Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Audience Choice) – Beaufort International Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Juried) – San Antonio Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Juried) – Central Florida Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Audience Choice) – Macon Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Juried) – Indigo Moon Film Festival

  • Best Documentary Award (Audience Choice) – Indigo Moon Film Festival

  • Best Overall Documentary Award (Juried) – Longleaf Film Festival

  • Finalist – New York Movie Awards