“We are thrust helplessly into combat…”

In this week’s episode, I dive into Warfare (2025), a gripping military thriller from Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza that doesn’t just depict war — it immerses you in it. Based on the true story of a Navy SEAL mission in Iraq, this film captures the unpredictability and chaos of battle like few others.

From its gut-punch sound design (expect it to sweep Best Sound awards) to its brutally realistic combat sequences, I break down what makes Warfare one of the most intense films I’ve reviewed on Movie Shorts.

No spoilers — just sharp takes in under 10 minutes.

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Warfare is written and directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza starring: D'Pharoah Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis and Joseph Quinn.

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