“American Sniper” is a movie based on the true story of Chris Kyle, who served as a Navy SEAL and is considered to be one of the most lethal snipers in American history. The film begins with Kyle’s childhood, where he learns to shoot from his father and hunts with him.<br /><br />After seeing the 1998 US embassy bombings, Kyle decides to join the military and becomes a SEAL. During his training, he meets Taya Renae, whom he eventually marries.<br /><br />Kyle is sent to Iraq after the September 11 attacks and quickly earns a reputation as an exceptional sniper. He often risks his own life to protect his fellow soldiers and becomes known as “The Legend” among his comrades.<br /><br />As the war progresses, Kyle struggles with the toll it takes on him mentally. He begins experiencing symptoms of PTSD but keeps them hidden from his family. On one tour, Kyle faces off against an enemy sniper known as “Mustafa.” The two engage in a game of cat and mouse until Kyle finally manages to take him out.<br /><br />After four tours of duty, Kyle returns home but continues to struggle with PTSD. He helps other veterans adjust to civilian life but finds it difficult to relate to them because of their vastly different experiences.<br /><br />In 2013, while at a shooting range with another veteran suffering from PTSD, Kyle is tragically killed by this veteran who was struggling with mental health issues.<br /><br />The film ends with footage from Kyle’s real-life funeral procession and photos of him spending time with his family throughout his life.<br /><br />“American Sniper” is a gripping portrayal of both the physical demands that come with being a soldier and the mental anguish that can follow long after leaving combat. It provides insight into what it means to serve your country wholeheartedly while also reminding us of the sacrifices made by those who do so.<br /><br />