Warfare

20251h 35m Directed by Ray Mendoza
7.1
(1035 votes)
WarAction

Overview

A platoon of Navy SEALs embarks on a dangerous mission in Ramadi, Iraq, with the chaos and brotherhood of war retold through their memories of the event.

Warfare

Fractured Memories of War: A Gritty yet Flawed Portrayal

Diego Santillán
Diego SantillánOct 1, 2025
The latest addition to the war movie genre, "Warfare", attempts to capture the intensity and camaraderie of a Navy SEAL platoon during a perilous mission in Ramadi, Iraq. The film's narrative is presented through the fragmented memories of the soldiers, which adds a layer of complexity to the storytelling. While this approach can be effective in conveying the chaos and disorientation of war, it often feels disjointed and confusing, making it difficult for the viewer to become fully invested in the story. The action sequences are intense and well-choreographed, with the sound design and cinematography effectively immersing the viewer in the midst of the battle.

The performances of the cast are also noteworthy, with the actors delivering convincing portrayals of the soldiers' struggles and bond with each other. However, the character development is somewhat lacking, with most of the characters feeling more like archetypes than fully fleshed-out individuals. The film's themes of brotherhood, sacrifice, and the psychological toll of war are timely and thought-provoking, but they are not explored in sufficient depth to leave a lasting impact. The movie's short runtime of 95 minutes also feels somewhat rushed, with certain plot points and character arcs feeling glossed over or resolved too conveniently.

Despite its flaws, "Warfare" is still a gripping and intense war movie that will appeal to fans of the genre. The film's attention to detail regarding the military procedures and equipment is impressive, and the action sequences are both thrilling and realistic. The movie's score is also noteworthy, perfectly capturing the mood and tension of each scene. Overall, while "Warfare" falls short of being a truly great war movie, it is still a compelling and thought-provoking film that is worth watching for its intense action sequences and timely themes. With some tighter editing and more developed characters, "Warfare" could have been a truly unforgettable cinematic experience. As it stands, it is a solid addition to the war movie genre, but not a standout classic.

CAST

D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai
D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai
Ray
Will Poulter
Will Poulter
Erik
Cosmo Jarvis
Cosmo Jarvis
Elliott
Kit Connor
Kit Connor
Tommy
Finn Bennett
Finn Bennett
John
Taylor John Smith
Taylor John Smith
Frank
Michael Gandolfini
Michael Gandolfini
Lt. MacDonald
Adain Bradley
Adain Bradley
Sgt Laerrus
Noah Centineo
Noah Centineo
Brian
Evan Holtzman
Evan Holtzman
Brock

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