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Man Down is a war drama movie that tells the story of a Marine veteran named Gabriel Drummer (played by Shia LaBeouf) who returns from his deployment to Afghanistan, struggling with PTSD. The film starts with Gabriel, who is accompanied by his best friend and fellow Marine, Devin Roberts (played by Jai Courtney), wandering the ruins of a post-apocalyptic America in search of his missing son. The movie then switches between the present day and the past, showing Gabriel's life before and during his time serving in the war.

Throughout the movie, Gabriel's battles with PTSD, depression, and survivor's guilt are highlighted. The story is told in a non-linear fashion, with the scenes from the past depicting Gabriel's basic training, his deployment to Afghanistan, and his relationship with his wife, Natalie (played by Kate Mara), and their son, Jonathan (played by Charlie Shotwell).

As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Gabriel is struggling to come to terms with the traumatic events that he experienced while serving in Afghanistan. His experiences have left him struggling to separate reality from hallucinations and nightmares.

As Gabriel and Devin continue their search for Jonathan, they encounter survivors of a brutal and violent conflict that has ravaged America, and the viewer is left to question whether the post-apocalyptic setting is just Gabriel's imagination or actual reality.

Overall, Man Down is a haunting and thought-provoking film that explores the effects of war on soldiers and their families. It provides a timely reminder of the importance of mental health support for those who have served their country and the value of love and support from family and friends. The performances from the cast are strong, particularly LaBeouf, whose portrayal of Gabriel's fragile mental state is both powerful and heart-wrenching.