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'Warfare' Poised to Redefine War Films with Unflinching Authenticity

Co-directed by Alex Garland and Navy SEAL veteran Ray Mendoza, the film offers a raw depiction of a 2006 Iraq War mission, emphasizing realism over Hollywood conventions.

"Warfare" is based on the memories of the SEAL team members. Some remember more than others, in part due to the traumatic events that unfolded.
"Warfare" directed by Alex Garland and ex-US Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza retells the story of one of Mendoza's team's missions that went awry during the Iraq War in 2006.
Kit Connor as the team's newest member. The actor took the nickname "Baby Face" on set. Connor told CNN it was unusual for a war film to cast such young actors, though it was true to life.
D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Mendoza in "Warfare." The former soldier-turned-filmmaker provided radio comms for his SEAL team in Iraq.

Overview

  • Set for global release on April 11, 2025, 'Warfare' has garnered critical acclaim for its uncompromising realism and avoidance of traditional war-movie tropes.
  • The film is based on the firsthand experiences of Ray Mendoza and his Navy SEAL unit during a harrowing mission in Ramadi, Iraq, in 2006.
  • A forensic reconstruction approach was used to piece together fragmented memories, ensuring the events depicted remain as true to reality as possible.
  • The cast underwent intensive military training, including weapons handling and tactical exercises, to authentically portray the soldiers' experiences.
  • The film underscores the youthfulness of soldiers in combat, with actors like Kit Connor, 21, embodying the vulnerability and immediacy of warfare.