Film 'Warfare' portrays harrowing 2006 Iraq mission

The new A24 film 'Warfare,' co-directed by Alex Garland and military veteran Ray Mendoza, is a stark portrayal of a 2006 Navy SEAL mission in Iraq that went awry. The film immerses audiences in a real-time re-enactment of a botched surveillance operation, emphasizing the chaos and violence of combat without romanticizing it. Mendoza, who served as a Navy SEAL, aimed to recount the events authentically, stating that the filmmakers avoided dramatization to honor the reality of war. Critics note the film's focus on sensory experiences over narrative progression, highlighting the tension and trauma of the soldiers involved. The cast includes prominent actors like Cosmo Jarvis and Will Poulter, who expressed the responsibility of portraying real people and events accurately. 'Warfare' is set to release in theaters on April 11, 2024, and aims to provide a raw and unfiltered look at modern warfare.