As a Gulf War U.S. ARMY Veteran; i really enjoyed this movie. Excellent special effects, military close order battle scenes, great tactical communication on search/rescue teams, and quick reaction forces. Well done to producer/director.
Whoever's the sound guy for this piece, you keep doing what you're doing. This is great. Finally military action film with realistic sounding suppressed rifles and SAW. You can even hear the links falling to the ground.
Thanks for noticing these details in the sound design! It took lots of work to have it come to life and it's great to hear that the hard work was noticed!
Empty Can Films wow this short is Hollywood big screen material!! How can you do these FX on a RUclips budget? Great actors and camera work, obviously not amateur stuff. I subscribed and hit the bell and liked!!! Make more please!!!!!
23 years US Army 19Delta recon but I always really dug Air Force PJ's. They are the shit! Great short film showing just what makes these folks so dang special. 😉👍
I served 30 years in the US Military. 12 years Special Operations, 18 years in CSAR. This film was done extremely well. Looking in I have a few questions. 1. Where is the pilots vest? 2. How did that good guy ground team get there so fast. 3. How did their overwatch (sniper) get there? 4. A ground team would never give up his sidearm ever. 5. Once the team gets "hands on" they won't separate from him. He is the mission. Great job.
Why didn't the pilot re-arm himself immediately after being rescued? Surely, there were no shortage of weapons on the ground after the Special Operations guys wasted the enemy soilders? "I would've been like I'm taking this AK-47 here and three or four spare magazines. And where's my fuckin' pistol?"
Dude didn't give up his sidearm it was taken. Are you implying that he would have used that pistol against multiple targets with AKs in real life scenario versus giving it up ?
In the beginning, I was slightly impressed, waiting to see when the "black guy" died. But had to pause when the pilot displayed tunnel vision while raising his pistol. THAT GOT ME. I had to shake my head and rub my eyes. I thought I was experiencing it too, yet again. People don't appreciate what fear will do to your senses and body when your life is at stake. A little touch from the director that surpasses virtually every movie in the genre. Bravo, folks. Training is one thing; reality is another. RIP E.D. Case 5th/SF, James M. Lee 75th Rangers, and MSG Charley L. Baker 25th Infantry.
Great movie! It shows actual contact with an enemy, your opponent always has a say in what happens. The only way to make it through life and deaf on a battlefield like this is to tell yourself you are already dead and if you survive, that's a bonus! Thank God we have tough men willing to go to extremes to 9 line a downed pilot.
@@shade9272 caveats: 4 year old opinion that said... 7,62x39mm is a pretty weaksauce threat. there are a LOT of hard armor inserts that defeat it quite comfortably. special forces have had fairly lightweight armor systems that perform to a very high standard. One instance is the case of Mike Day, Navy Seal, whose MH3 CQB apparently defeated some 11 hits during a breach. there's also a couple procurement programs for some really high spec armor that I remember. Nothing *insane* but they do provide pretty worldbeating performance at their weightpoint.
Aside from the aerial scenes which actually had a lot of discrepancies, this was a GREAT film!! The story, the lighting, the VFX, and even the acting, this is easily one of the best tactical shorts on youtube.
Oh man.... the end is what makes this a masterpiece that will dwell in the viewer's mind far longer than any film they'll watch five years in either direction from the date of first viewing. You deserve better than RUclips, that's for sure. Break a leg! Edit* By "you" I'm referring to the collective entire production team.
Thanks for your kind and encouraging words! That truly means a lot to us. We are glad the ending had the intended effect on you that we had hoped it would on the viewers! Thanks for the support!
I can’t believe how great this was!! Excellent story, cinematography, action, and acting!! One of the best rescue military movies I’ve seen in a long time!! Great job!! Simply brilliant!!!
Great, intense work. Positive criticism: the line "Briggs, Stratton,..." I had to rewind it, but there it was. I'll be giggling for an hour. Briggs & Stratton were the bane of my formative years.
Fantastic job! Love the way they did the tracers. Hollywood could definitely learn a lesson on making combat scenes from this short film. Keep 'em coming, thank you.
they can't ...cause most of people are not like you and me I mean they don't know how the real sound of a suppressed rifle sounds like ... simply they would think it's not suppressed !
That was a very well done !!! You spot on with everything from suppressed rifle to bullets snapping and cracking wen they close. From this grunts sight picture well done sir
Worth the watch! Big props to the ppl who put this short film together, nice work. Let me just say; Thank you for getting the bullet ballistics correct.
I only saw one mistake: the linked ammunition didn't move on the support man's weapon. If this would've been made by Foolywood it would've had well over a hundred mistakes. This was so good that I'd rate in the Lone Survivor category-if not a little higher. The uniforms, tactics, optics, weapons, weapon sounds, language(Russian and English), military jargon, radio chatter, night vision, IR lasers, heat images, vehicles, bullet impacts, and explosions, etc were on point and incredibly done. I could watch this many times over. I felt the emotions and the intensity of each scene. The music was perfect for each part, and the camera work was incredible. You most certainly did your dedication to those that have given the ultimate sacrifice justice and you should be proud of that fact. I can't wait to see the next chapter! Keep it up guys! 😃
Triune Blades thanks for your feedback and support! The specifics you called out were both fair and appreciated. We are very glad you noticed the attention to detail in the production as we put a ton of energy towards just that. We are glad you enjoyed the film!
Wow! That was so intense! I never served unfortunately, but many in my family did and I have nothing but respect and love for all those who have served! Such a good short film to watch on Independence Day 2021! Thank you for the film! Thank you to all of those who have served the greatest nation on Earth!
Patriotism is great but should be tempered with realism. I’m sure there’s a bunch oF Russians who would say the same thing. Fact is that the USA is a fine country with many, many fine people but it’s deeply flawed and blind patriotism and the inability to see the views of others made it so.
@@theofarmmanager267 I respect your opinion and under the 1A you’re absolutely entitled to it. I differ with you however, I believe while we are a flawed country we are the best. By this I mean yes, we are an imperfect country, but there is no “perfect country or unflawed” country. Every nation has its problems past and present. My patriotism is not blind, but tempered in history and the realization that there other countries other than ours that have greater flaws . The word flaws can mean different things and to each individual, it means different things. I submit to you if you go to any other country and speak out against the government, some of those countries won’t take you lightly. I believe that the US is the greatest experiment in human history. Thankfully, I can express these ideas in public.
@@chadmccormick1412 I’d certainly agree that no country is perfect; with many countries being much nearer a disgrace - to their own citizens and other countries. However, what I think many people find disturbing is the perceived arrogance and hypocrisy. America felt justified in invading Iraq, Afghanistan and even Grenada because it apparently felt it’s power was/would be compromised whilst Russia gets (rightly) condemned by other countries and America for its action in invading Ukraine. Arrogance by a superpower seems almost inevitable - Great Britain had it in spades when it fought its way to the British Empire - but that doesn’t make it wrong to condemn it. I’d suggest most Europeans are more socialist (in the non- political definition) in their views on helping the less fortunate; there seems to me (as someone who has visited many times and worked for a spell over there) an attitude to the poorest that those unfortunates have to make opportunities work. I just don’t think any country could or should claim being the greatest whilst it has such a high percentage of economically-defined poor and the largest (as a % of population) number of people in jail.
wavygr all those movies were full length big budget projects that made millions of dollars! You just watch this terrific short for free on RUclips!!!!!! Get it??????
The storyline was okay but the special effects during the firefight were the best I've seen since "Fury". For a short film, this was nothing less than excellent! Good job!!
Outstanding movie! I especially like the CSAR Aircrews as they fly into hell and back to rescue downed pilots and aircrews. The Special Forces personnel are super bad ass as they have a dangerous in your face with the enemy exchange. The Apache AH-64E Gunships are very lethal and the camera system is so great as you cannot hide yourself that easily. I would live to see a part two sequel to this one using Pararescue Aircrews and Combat Tactical Controlers. Top job to all cast and film personnel. I would say the Joint Chiefs of Staff in The Pentagon would definitely sit up and take notice. These real life people who serve in harms way for all of us are the heroes of this modern day! Freedom is not free! Lest We Forget!
That...gave me goosebumps. Just shows on how well made this short movie is. I like the cinematography, the way you guys used tracer rounds, the actual sound of suppressed weapons and many other things. Was shocked to see one of them go down. I haven't seen many Hollywood military movies, but gotta say, this movie shines where most movies nowadays fail. There's only one thing I didn't like...it ended on a cliffhanger. Would really love to see the sequel. Keep it up guys!
Damn!!! This is just about as real as it gets!!! Very well executed battle scenes, tactics are spot on, either you've seen actual combat, or you've had battle hardened vets advising. Superior job!!!
George Mcmillan thanks for the kind words and support. Some of our cast were true combat veterans, as well as our military advisor. We appreciate their expertise as well! Thanks for the comment and view!
Great flick! Gave me chills.... It was like I was back in the Army doing this all over again. Gonna probably have a few days of nightmares. I'm still shaking. Even teared up when they lost a teammate. This is very realistic, for anyone who ever wondered what it's like. Big prop to the military tech advisors for this movie. Super job making it real and the attention to detail. Outstanding job to the cast and crew who made this movie.
The only few things I found unrealistic, was that the RPG explosion would have been MUCH bigger. The frag explosion was bigger than the RPG. And I felt the frag explosion was too colorful. But I loved the tracers and the callouts. Very good work indeed!
Reaper-1 is absolutely fantastic. What a rush! I was ducking behind my table the whole time :) The sound design is incredible. Justin and team, you guys are amazing!
This was a fantastic recreation of THE sh!t. FULL-blown cinematic, ALL-in rendezvous wuth a downed pilot. HollyWEIRD doesn’t even compare! Salute to THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE..and to the filmmakers FOR KEEPING IT REAL! Great job…
Damn that was good................................................30 Exforces(UK) and I can say that was without a doubt very well done and as close as you could get to the real deal... Those sound effects out outstanding...THUMBS UP for me
Great work, empty can! No film made my mind do a flashback while i was in Syria. But this one did. Keep doing what you guys are good at. Make more films and make all soldiers and veterans proud!
Several questions are asked to authenticate the person. Pilot dumped his stuff; but if I remember correctly, there use to be a fairly good survival pack in the seat bottom of his seat and survival training says keep your helmet. If it's winter, its a great way to keep your head warm. Plus, he would have had an extensive survival vest as well as the newer version of the PRC-112. All that said, this was a darn good short film. I agree with the other posts, sound master was spot on.
Wow the heavy engagement during the dark hours can be very confusing for all those involved, even with the NVG’s. When the Flying Bus was hit with the RPG round, that was eerily reminiscent to Lone Survivor, seeing your chance of getting out & your brothers all gone in a matter of seconds. Good Day Everyone!
i have seen them, but look at the dates on those movies. hollywood is just producing shit now. also you left out tora tora tora and in harms way among others.
i wouldn't call dunkirk a good movie. hollywood doesn't care about making good movies. they would be happy remaking spiderman for the 4th or 5th time with the latest new hearth throb for teenie boppers. and to mention deadwood, great show, yet again it shows that hollywood is a bunch of idiots to cancel it.
Just found this on my page. 23 years USAF. Fu**ing love this short film. Why a shorty?? Could go cinema! Loved the enemy's head being taken off by the attack chopper. Sound effects were awesome and accurate.
Hello Everyone! The long wait is nearly over! "Reaper-1", formally known as "REDCON-1" is set to be premiered live on RUclips March 23 and 7PM (MST). Be sure to Turn your "Reminder on" which is located on the video box itself. Join the live chat with Justin Kruse (Director), James MacDonald (Actor/Producer), and Quddus Ajimine (Cinematographer) the night of the big release!
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This is better than most of the hollywood military action big-budget movies . especially the sound effect is amazing and realistic. You should make Hollywood movies.
Outstanding movie! TTP were phenom and very realistic. I’ve trained during my ODA days with PJ’s and I know they’re legit operators. And they have awesome chow, btw! Hooah! My only objection is that you always secure the “package”. You never let go! Not 25yds before the LZ alpha, not 2.5” even. That’s the whole mission objective, anyway.
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The suppressed fire was better than any other film I’ve seen!
As a retired Recon Marine, I can tell you there was more realism in this short film than most any Hollywood " special operations" movie I've seen.
you should watch escape from tarkov also
Yes sir
Felt like Arma 3 to me lol
thank you for your service
Love you and respect you from INDIA Sir
Excellent!... Makes me miss my army days, though. Good and bad.
As a Gulf War U.S. ARMY Veteran; i really enjoyed this movie. Excellent special effects, military close order battle scenes, great tactical communication on search/rescue teams, and quick reaction forces. Well done to producer/director.
Thank you for your service, sir
I'm in awh, a freaking short film outdid Hollywood the realism was on POINT
Whoever's the sound guy for this piece, you keep doing what you're doing. This is great. Finally military action film with realistic sounding suppressed rifles and SAW. You can even hear the links falling to the ground.
Thanks for noticing these details in the sound design! It took lots of work to have it come to life and it's great to hear that the hard work was noticed!
YES!
This was EXEMPLARY!!
Empty Can Films wow this short is Hollywood big screen material!! How can you do these FX on a RUclips budget? Great actors and camera work, obviously not amateur stuff. I subscribed and hit the bell and liked!!! Make more please!!!!!
I got realistic gunfire sounds in my short war film by using actual live fire and weapons.
23 years US Army 19Delta recon but I always really dug Air Force PJ's. They are the shit! Great short film showing just what makes these folks so dang special. 😉👍
Thanks for the support on our channel but more importantly, thanks for your 23 years of service!
I served 30 years in the US Military. 12 years Special Operations, 18 years in CSAR. This film was done extremely well. Looking in I have a few questions. 1. Where is the pilots vest? 2. How did that good guy ground team get there so fast. 3. How did their overwatch (sniper) get there? 4. A ground team would never give up his sidearm ever. 5. Once the team gets "hands on" they won't separate from him. He is the mission. Great job.
Why didn't the pilot re-arm himself immediately after being rescued? Surely, there were no shortage of weapons on the ground after the Special Operations guys wasted the enemy soilders?
"I would've been like I'm taking this AK-47 here and three or four spare magazines. And where's my fuckin' pistol?"
I hate that pilot.
Your nbr 5 is kicks me in. He is the mission, they wouldnt let him run injured 25 miles away from the battle ground.
@@commandericeman8588 Precisely what I'd do.
Dude didn't give up his sidearm it was taken. Are you implying that he would have used that pistol against multiple targets with AKs in real life scenario versus giving it up ?
Finally, An action movie with a bad ending.
I never thought i'd see the day somebody would make a realistic action film, Great work!
In the beginning, I was slightly impressed, waiting to see when the "black guy" died. But had to pause when the pilot displayed tunnel vision while raising his pistol. THAT GOT ME. I had to shake my head and rub my eyes. I thought I was experiencing it too, yet again. People don't appreciate what fear will do to your senses and body when your life is at stake. A little touch from the director that surpasses virtually every movie in the genre. Bravo, folks.
Training is one thing; reality is another.
RIP
E.D. Case 5th/SF, James M. Lee 75th Rangers, and MSG Charley L. Baker 25th Infantry.
The sound effects in this are incredible. I like that they’re cranked up.
Great movie!
It shows actual contact with an enemy, your opponent always has a say in what happens.
The only way to make it through life and deaf on a battlefield like this is to tell yourself you are already dead and if you survive, that's a bonus!
Thank God we have tough men willing to go to extremes to 9 line a downed pilot.
SuperLastboyscout thanks for the comment and support! That’s definitely the angle we were going for!
@@EmptyCanFilms Did they just not wear body armor or something? Special Ops personnel are issued some very very tough plates.
@@KoishiVibin Not many plates hold up to 7.62x39 at that range. Also, specops plates aren't any better than ones issued to reg force.
@@shade9272
caveats: 4 year old opinion
that said...
7,62x39mm is a pretty weaksauce threat. there are a LOT of hard armor inserts that defeat it quite comfortably.
special forces have had fairly lightweight armor systems that perform to a very high standard. One instance is the case of Mike Day, Navy Seal, whose MH3 CQB apparently defeated some 11 hits during a breach.
there's also a couple procurement programs for some really high spec armor that I remember. Nothing *insane* but they do provide pretty worldbeating performance at their weightpoint.
Acting was on point. Sound was on point. Holy cow. I haven’t even finished watching the film yet.
Aside from the aerial scenes which actually had a lot of discrepancies, this was a GREAT film!! The story, the lighting, the VFX, and even the acting, this is easily one of the best tactical shorts on youtube.
Oh man.... the end is what makes this a masterpiece that will dwell in the viewer's mind far longer than any film they'll watch five years in either direction from the date of first viewing. You deserve better than RUclips, that's for sure. Break a leg!
Edit* By "you" I'm referring to the collective entire production team.
Thanks for your kind and encouraging words! That truly means a lot to us. We are glad the ending had the intended effect on you that we had hoped it would on the viewers! Thanks for the support!
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I can’t believe how great this was!! Excellent story, cinematography, action, and acting!! One of the best rescue military movies I’ve seen in a long time!! Great job!! Simply brilliant!!!
thanks for the kind words John! We are glad you enjoyed the film.
Part 2 please and more short film like this because i love the effects🥰🥰
this is good enough to be a full length movie, at least an hour long , box office material .good sound effects an acting.
Great, intense work. Positive criticism: the line "Briggs, Stratton,..."
I had to rewind it, but there it was. I'll be giggling for an hour. Briggs & Stratton were the bane of my formative years.
Fantastic job! Love the way they did the tracers. Hollywood could definitely learn a lesson on making combat scenes from this short film. Keep 'em coming, thank you.
That was intense. I barely survived watching it. My heart is still pounding.
They actually got the suppressed rifle sound correct - something Hollywood finds impossible.
Yeah I feel like they all just use the sound from Goldeneye on N64.
Those sounds are from lone survivor when marcus shoots the guy and they get in a gun fight so hollywood cant get it right 🤔
they can't ...cause most of people are not like you and me I mean they don't know how the real sound of a suppressed rifle sounds like ... simply they would think it's not suppressed !
moonlight too
Thats about all they got right
That was a very well done !!! You spot on with everything from suppressed rifle to bullets snapping and cracking wen they close. From this grunts sight picture well done sir
Worth the watch! Big props to the ppl who put this short film together, nice work. Let me just say; Thank you for getting the bullet ballistics correct.
Exactly what i was thinking. It's rare where they make suppressed weapons sound somewhat realistic
I only saw one mistake: the linked ammunition didn't move on the support man's weapon. If this would've been made by Foolywood it would've had well over a hundred mistakes. This was so good that I'd rate in the Lone Survivor category-if not a little higher. The uniforms, tactics, optics, weapons, weapon sounds, language(Russian and English), military jargon, radio chatter, night vision, IR lasers, heat images, vehicles, bullet impacts, and explosions, etc were on point and incredibly done. I could watch this many times over. I felt the emotions and the intensity of each scene. The music was perfect for each part, and the camera work was incredible. You most certainly did your dedication to those that have given the ultimate sacrifice justice and you should be proud of that fact. I can't wait to see the next chapter! Keep it up guys! 😃
Triune Blades thanks for your feedback and support! The specifics you called out were both fair and appreciated. We are very glad you noticed the attention to detail in the production as we put a ton of energy towards just that. We are glad you enjoyed the film!
Wow! That was so intense! I never served unfortunately, but many in my family did and I have nothing but respect and love for all those who have served!
Such a good short film to watch on Independence Day 2021!
Thank you for the film!
Thank you to all of those who have served the greatest nation on Earth!
Patriotism is great but should be tempered with realism. I’m sure there’s a bunch oF Russians who would say the same thing. Fact is that the USA is a fine country with many, many fine people but it’s deeply flawed and blind patriotism and the inability to see the views of others made it so.
@@theofarmmanager267 I respect your opinion and under the 1A you’re absolutely entitled to it. I differ with you however, I believe while we are a flawed country we are the best. By this I mean yes, we are an imperfect country, but there is no “perfect country or unflawed” country. Every nation has its problems past and present. My patriotism is not blind, but tempered in history and the realization that there other countries other than ours that have greater flaws . The word flaws can mean different things and to each individual, it means different things. I submit to you if you go to any other country and speak out against the government, some of those countries won’t take you lightly. I believe that the US is the greatest experiment in human history. Thankfully, I can express these ideas in public.
@@chadmccormick1412 I’d certainly agree that no country is perfect; with many countries being much nearer a disgrace - to their own citizens and other countries. However, what I think many people find disturbing is the perceived arrogance and hypocrisy. America felt justified in invading Iraq, Afghanistan and even Grenada because it apparently felt it’s power was/would be compromised whilst Russia gets (rightly) condemned by other countries and America for its action in invading Ukraine. Arrogance by a superpower seems almost inevitable - Great Britain had it in spades when it fought its way to the British Empire - but that doesn’t make it wrong to condemn it. I’d suggest most Europeans are more socialist (in the non- political definition) in their views on helping the less fortunate; there seems to me (as someone who has visited many times and worked for a spell over there) an attitude to the poorest that those unfortunates have to make opportunities work. I just don’t think any country could or should claim being the greatest whilst it has such a high percentage of economically-defined poor and the largest (as a % of population) number of people in jail.
Great film!! Top Special Effects and good Story!!!
Thanks for the love!
This short film ? wtf...this is far more better than hollywood !!
But the pilot wasnt attached to his parachute??
I sense it ground reality, damn . That feeling .
wavygr
Those are old films
wavygr all those movies were full length big budget projects that made millions of dollars! You just watch this terrific short for free on RUclips!!!!!! Get it??????
That's because Hollywood has an agenda and only wants to remake old ideas and films and haven't had an original idea in at least 30 years.
Guys..... really nice work and authentic down to the everyday language that would be used by military personnel. You really should make a full movie.
The storyline was okay but the special effects during the firefight were the best I've seen since "Fury". For a short film, this was nothing less than excellent! Good job!!
Better than most in the theater. Well done, can't wait for part 2.
Great short movie, it gives more or less a realistic picture of troops fighting by night/ rescuing a downed fighter pilot
Very good. Make another one!
Outstanding movie! I especially like the CSAR Aircrews as they fly into hell and back to rescue downed pilots and aircrews. The Special Forces personnel are super bad ass as they have a dangerous in your face with the enemy exchange. The Apache AH-64E Gunships are very lethal and the camera system is so great as you cannot hide yourself that easily. I would live to see a part two sequel to this one using Pararescue Aircrews and Combat Tactical Controlers. Top job to all cast and film personnel. I would say the Joint Chiefs of Staff in The Pentagon would definitely sit up and take notice. These real life people who serve in harms way for all of us are the heroes of this modern day! Freedom is not free! Lest We Forget!
This is so much better than the war/action movies I've watched for quite some time
That...gave me goosebumps. Just shows on how well made this short movie is. I like the cinematography, the way you guys used tracer rounds, the actual sound of suppressed weapons and many other things. Was shocked to see one of them go down. I haven't seen many Hollywood military movies, but gotta say, this movie shines where most movies nowadays fail. There's only one thing I didn't like...it ended on a cliffhanger.
Would really love to see the sequel. Keep it up guys!
Damn, that was the best short film I've seen in a long while !!!!!
William Shinault thanks for your support! Glad you enjoyed the film
Empty Can Films thanks for the kind words, keep them short films coming!
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Damn!!! This is just about as real as it gets!!! Very well executed battle scenes, tactics are spot on, either you've seen actual combat, or you've had battle hardened vets advising. Superior job!!!
George Mcmillan thanks for the kind words and support. Some of our cast were true combat veterans, as well as our military advisor. We appreciate their expertise as well! Thanks for the comment and view!
This in the 16 minutes I was the last to watch was already a better action film than most of out there at the Theaters....👍
HOLY SHIT THIS WAS INTENSE!!
THERE HAS GOTTA BE A BUNCH OF CONTINUATIONS, PLEASE?!?
OUT FUCKING STANDING!!!!
Great flick! Gave me chills.... It was like I was back in the Army doing this all over again. Gonna probably have a few days of nightmares. I'm still shaking. Even teared up when they lost a teammate. This is very realistic, for anyone who ever wondered what it's like. Big prop to the military tech advisors for this movie. Super job making it real and the attention to detail. Outstanding job to the cast and crew who made this movie.
Thanks
Semper Fi, Brother! Stay strong!
The only few things I found unrealistic, was that the RPG explosion would have been MUCH bigger. The frag explosion was bigger than the RPG. And I felt the frag explosion was too colorful. But I loved the tracers and the callouts. Very good work indeed!
Thanks for sharing as a civilian I will never have to know because of your sacrifice and the fallen. I found it was very realistic ,amazing short film
75th Regiment 2Btln Rangers, brother! 👍 Fallujah 2004. Silver Star recipient for saving 3 SEALS. HUU AA!
If this was a normal 2 hour movie I would definitely watch it! It can be more than compared to a regular movie made by a professional company!
Well done gentlemen!! Bravo!! the most realistic combat action I have seen in a film!
Give these guys a Hollywood budget, ASAP!
Only thing is that Hollywood would eff it up by adding a woman lead with lgbqt members and etc. :(
WOW , why can’t we get this kind of story telling in a full length feature film! Bravo
Reaper-1 is absolutely fantastic. What a rush! I was ducking behind my table the whole time :) The sound design is incredible. Justin and team, you guys are amazing!
colby phelps thanks for your kind words! We are so glad you enjoyed the film!
This was a fantastic recreation of THE sh!t. FULL-blown cinematic, ALL-in rendezvous wuth a downed pilot. HollyWEIRD doesn’t even compare! Salute to THOSE WHO HAVE GIVEN THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE..and to the filmmakers FOR KEEPING IT REAL! Great job…
God damn this is good, those finishing shots, very realistic
Damn that was good................................................30 Exforces(UK) and I can say that was without a doubt very well done and as close as you could get to the real deal... Those sound effects out outstanding...THUMBS UP for me
THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT! Glad you enjoyed!
Great work, empty can! No film made my mind do a flashback while i was in Syria. But this one did. Keep doing what you guys are good at. Make more films and make all soldiers and veterans proud!
Several questions are asked to authenticate the person. Pilot dumped his stuff; but if I remember correctly, there use to be a fairly good survival pack in the seat bottom of his seat and survival training says keep your helmet. If it's winter, its a great way to keep your head warm. Plus, he would have had an extensive survival vest as well as the newer version of the PRC-112. All that said, this was a darn good short film. I agree with the other posts, sound master was spot on.
Damn! Love it! Made me yelling “ Get Some !” Scared my cats. Thanks. Simper fi .
Very well done.
Far better than any Hollywood production.
These short films from all over the world are well worth watching.
Kudos for an EXCELLENT job on all fronts! Must find a way to make it into a full-featured film - beats 99% of big studio flicks out there hands-down.
Fascinating in the extreme of unbelievable, for authenticity and overall almost unequaled quality. Some hairy wild special operator drama in here.
Loved every bit of this film.. Hope there's a part 2👍👍
Great job guys! Worth the wait hands down. Ready for the next one!
Excellent film, well done and realistic!
Seriously, you guys did an amazing job ! The best night fighting I have ever seen.
Tracers!? Good Camera Angles! Well done
Holy s**t, great vid mates!
Thank you ! Glad you enjoyed it!
Good camera angles, and editing works!
Production values are exceptional -- please make more of these.
Wow the heavy engagement during the dark hours can be very confusing for all those involved, even with the NVG’s. When the Flying Bus was hit with the RPG round, that was eerily reminiscent to Lone Survivor, seeing your chance of getting out & your brothers all gone in a matter of seconds. Good Day Everyone!
I've never seen so many left-handed people in one spot before.
Seriously, this was actually pretty good. Keep it up guys!
one f the best short war videos i have ever seen 5stars.!!
I´m speachless. Great short bro.
Much appreciated!
Great stuff!!! Simply marvellous from the start to the end. Sound effect was definitely impressive. Top marks to the blokes that produced this movie!
Outstanding production.....been well worth the wait
Great to hear! That was our biggest hope!
Okay, screw it. No negative comments. Great film.
better than anything I've seen from hollywood.
i have seen them, but look at the dates on those movies. hollywood is just producing shit now. also you left out tora tora tora and in harms way among others.
i wouldn't call dunkirk a good movie. hollywood doesn't care about making good movies. they would be happy remaking spiderman for the 4th or 5th time with the latest new hearth throb for teenie boppers. and to mention deadwood, great show, yet again it shows that hollywood is a bunch of idiots to cancel it.
really appreciate the suppressed guns sounds. well done!
Great! short... better than hollywood's budgeted films...
Just found this on my page. 23 years USAF. Fu**ing love this short film. Why a shorty?? Could go cinema! Loved the enemy's head being taken off by the attack chopper. Sound effects were awesome and accurate.
Very authentic action tactics verbiage - many many times more real than hollyweird - subscribing and looking forward to more!
I really enjoyed this short file. Great sound effects. Love the nighttime environment. I love the dedication to duty to save a single life.
Hello Everyone! The long wait is nearly over! "Reaper-1", formally known as "REDCON-1" is set to be premiered live on RUclips March 23 and 7PM (MST). Be sure to Turn your "Reminder on" which is located on the video box itself. Join the live chat with Justin Kruse (Director), James MacDonald (Actor/Producer), and Quddus Ajimine (Cinematographer) the night of the big release!
What happened to RED the AMBUSH. Is it pulled?
@@DwayneDeveaux1204 Yes unfortunately RUclips decided to block it worldwide. :(
@@EmptyCanFilms Man that what the best short on youtube. Is there anything the fans can do. Love that man. Is it posted anywhere else?
Also you guys accept donations?
@@DwayneDeveaux1204 Hi Dwayne. Believe it or not, this film was made possible because of donations from our fans. Their names appear in the credits at the end as "producers" and "special thanks" sections. If you want more info, you can email us at emptycanfilms@gmail.com. Thanks for your interest!
Awesome, what a film¡¡¡ better than many movies...please make the sequel¡¡
Well done. Again I extend my respect and gratitude to the men and women who have given themselves to defend our freedom.
I love it guys awesome work
Well executed movie🇺🇸 Amazing considering it's only 16 minutes long. Hats off to the producers and the men that made it👍👍👍
'Amazon' just kept delivering the ammo ! On the hour ! Brilliant !
awesome job and high quality short film
These shorts that are coming out are great. The horror ones are freaky. This was a great film...great job...more please.
Can't wait to see part 2 this is the best movie I've ever seen...
Just watch this while at camp Shelby 11b! Me and my battle buddies just watch this! Very good job boyz
rob g thanks for the comment! Glad you guys enjoyed it!
Most Excellent! Adrenalin inducer! Kudos to everyone involved in this mini masterpiece! De Oppresso Liber!
Thanks for the kind words and for the support! Much appreciated!
A very well made short with a surprising and welcome message. Never forget those who didn't come home.
"I got them all, if you just wanna duck and cover" but it's true tho
That fire fight in the trees is soooooo EPIC!
Well Done Sir. You guys hit a homer in better than anything Hollywood has put out so far. Excellent night ops.
This is quite a great film, going to show this to my friends during our short film marathons
So this was the actual Behind Enemy Lines
Haha That film was Definitely an inspiration for us!
Actully,very similar to the actual o'grady incident... good flik,,very realistic,almost too real... nice job
That was Fucken awesome. Part two please. Masterpiece, simply brilliant. Full length movie please. ONWARD.
We would love to make a part 2 some day! If budget and logistics permit, someday maybe we will! Thanks for watching Eugene!
Absolutely well done!
This is better than most of the hollywood military action big-budget movies . especially the sound effect is amazing and realistic. You should make Hollywood movies.
Semper Fi 🪖
Great work!
Keep em comin... Need more this style
I wanted MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hahaha. Felt like I was at the movies!
Outstanding movie! TTP were phenom and very realistic. I’ve trained during my ODA days with PJ’s and I know they’re legit operators. And they have awesome chow, btw! Hooah! My only objection is that you always secure the “package”. You never let go! Not 25yds before the LZ alpha, not 2.5” even. That’s the whole mission objective, anyway.