My Dead Friend Zoe

Depression goes hand in hand with PTSD, and who hasn’t had a tough stretch at some point in life? To be able to understand these universal experiences on a deeper level because of this film is a true gift.

In Morales’ rounded performance, we see a human face behind the data point.

...this is an invaluable and authentic reminder that for so many of our military personnel who return home to civilian life after tours of duty, the transition can be as traumatic and challenging as anything they faced while in uniform.

Sure, it’s inspiring, but it’s also exceedingly tidy and earnest without earning where Merit’s story lands so quickly.

This is a persuasive piece of advocacy filmmaking, tucked inside a playful and profane comedy about female friendship. You’ll laugh. You’ll cry.