The Korengal Valley in Afghanistan became known as one of the deadliest locations during the war, serving as the setting for the documentaries Restrepo and Korengal due to intense combat between U.S. forces and insurgents. While Restrepo focused on tactical operations, Korengal (2014) explores the psychological toll and intense bonds formed among soldiers during their 15-month deployment. Learn more about the film and its context at Influence Film Club .
'Korengal' Tells Soldiers' Stories—Even the Unpleasant Parts Korengal