War,Drama
United Kingdom,Morocco
The Patrol is a British war thriller film directed by Tom Petch and released in 2013. The film depicts the struggles of a British Army patrol stationed in the Helmand Province, Afghanistan, during the early years of the operation Herrick.
The plot follows a group of soldiers from the Parachute Regiment who are tasked with securing a remote village in the Taliban-controlled area. The soldiers, led by Sergeant Michael (played by Owain Arthur), are constantly on the lookout for Taliban fighters who are hiding in the nearby mountains. As the mission progresses, the soldiers start to question the tactics and goals of the war effort, and begin to doubt their own survival.
The Patrol received critical acclaim for its realistic depiction of the war, including its portrayal of the soldiers' mental and emotional trauma. The film was praised for its performances, which included some of the soldiers being played by real-life military personnel.
The film was shot on location in Morocco, with extras from the Moroccan army playing the roles of Taliban fighters. The Patrol is a sobering portrayal of the realities of modern-day warfare, and the toll it takes on those caught in its crosshairs.
