Overview

• ‘Warfare’ is co-directed by Alex Garland and former Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza, based on a 2006 mission in Ramadi, Iraq, reconstructed from firsthand veteran accounts.
• The film is lauded for its visceral realism, unfolding in near real time without music or backstories, and focuses on the chaos and brutality of combat.
• Major U.S. theater chains, including AMC, Cinemark, and Regal, are now offering discounted tickets to military ID holders nationwide, starting this weekend.
• Veteran screenings prior to the film’s release drew positive reactions, with many service members expressing that the film accurately portrays their experiences and makes them feel heard.
• The cast underwent a three-week Navy SEAL-style bootcamp and lived together during the shoot to enhance authenticity and camaraderie in their performances.