Plot Summary

A portrait of Eugene "Gene Boy" Benedict from Odanak Indian Reserve near Montreal, Quebec. At 17, adrift and beginning to lose his way, he accepted a dare and enlisted in the US Marines – and was sent to the frontlines of the Vietnam War. This film is the account of his two years of service and his long journey back to Odanak afterwards.

Movie Details

Original Title
Gene Boy Came Home
Status
released
Original Language
en

Where to watch free (US)

Tubi TV

Production Companies

ONF | NFB logoONF | NFB