Michael Murphy

Evac Michael Murphy

While on a mission in northern Afghanistan, Benji's helicopter is shot down. Benji went in with a band of brothers but comes out with a stack of body bags, including one for his partner, Blade. After recovering physically in Germany, Benji is sent home to San Diego. He's been a soldier so long he doesn't know how to live as a civilian. The loss of his brothers and his partner weighs heavily on him. Benji's body might be healed, but he is still a very broken man. Everyday sounds and smells snap him instantly back to the crash, as vividly as if it was happening all over again. Benji left the war, but the war would not leave him. He needs a job but realizes he isn't qualified for most of the positions available. Unable to find work, Benji turns to drinking, bar fights, risky sex with anonymous men, church, striking out at everything. As he spirals out of control, he even tries volunteering in a BDSM club, wanting physical pain to match his mental pain. With his options and his money running out, Benji is in desperate need of help. The only question is if he will find it in time.