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'Warfare' Poised for Release, Redefining the Modern War Film

Co-directed by Alex Garland and Navy SEAL veteran Ray Mendoza, the film reconstructs a 2006 Iraq War mission with unparalleled realism and authenticity.

  • 'Warfare' opens globally on April 11, offering a visceral, real-time recreation of a Navy SEAL mission during the Iraq War in Ramadi, based solely on the memories of those involved.
  • The film avoids traditional war movie tropes, foregoing backstories and political commentary to focus on the chaos, tedium, and sensory overload of combat.
  • Dedicated to Elliott Miller, a medic and sniper who suffered memory loss from the mission, the film explores the fragmented nature of war recollections and their enduring impact.
  • Emerging actors underwent three weeks of Navy SEAL-style training to authentically portray the camaraderie and precision of soldiers under extreme stress.
  • Co-director Ray Mendoza emphasizes the film's goal to foster discussions about the true cost of combat and the support provided to veterans after service.
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