In the wake of the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, the United States military began to integrate social science into its operations, enlisting anthropologists to help soldiers better understand the local populations they were interacting with. This documentary explores the complex and often controversial intersection of academic research and military strategy, examining the ethical dilemmas faced by scholars who choose to work with the armed forces. Through interviews with both military personnel and academics, the film delves into the challenges of applying anthropological insights to counterinsurgency efforts, raising profound questions about the role of social science in modern warfare and the potential for such knowledge to be used in ways that may conflict with the original intentions of the researchers.