Combat Shock

Combat Shock is a profoundly bleak and disturbing film that elicits strong emotional responses centered on the protagonist's tragic post-war life. The dominant emotions are Sadness and Disturbing, driven by Frankie's abject poverty, his nagging wife, junkie friends, and especially the shocking presence of his deformed baby, which underscores the film's grim reality. Anxiety is high due to the thriller elements and Frankie's deteriorating mental state, creating a constant sense of dread. Empathy is felt for Frankie, a victim of war and circumstance, while Melancholy pervades the film's despairing tone. Fear arises from his traumatic war flashbacks and the impending sense of doom, and Anger is evoked by his hopeless situation and the societal neglect of veterans. The film's gritty realism and shocking content also contribute significantly to feelings of Disgust and Surprise at its unflinching portrayal of a life spiraling out of control.