Podcast appearances and mentions of ray mendoza

Calo se moría de ganas por ver Warfare (2025) de Alex Garland y Ray Mendoza (ex Navy SEAL) así que había que darle el gusto. El director viene de mostrarnos un futuro ¿posible? con una Estados Unidos estallada en Guerra Civil (Civil War, 2024) pero ahora se le dio por el hiperrealismo y se metió con la invasión a Irak. De paso charlamos sobre cine bélico en general y sus complejidades.Claro que también tenemos el repaso de lo que pasó en Cannes, aplausómetro incluido, más alguna otra cuestión.Acordate que si querés y podés tenés la obligación moral de pasar por hoytrasnoche.com. Awww, gracias.

On this weeks episode, Remy gives us the rundown of her favorites from the Overlook Film Fest (lots to keep our eyes on

Send us a textBrothers Paul & Pete review "Sinners", the new collaboration from Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan, also starring Hailee Steinfeld and Delroy Lindo.Next, they review "The Accountant 2", the sequel starring Ben Affleck and Jon Bernthal.Then, Paul reviews "King of Kings", the animated feature based on Charles Dickens' retellling of the story of Jesus Christ.Next, they review "The Amateur", the CIA thriller starring Rami Malek, Laurence Fishburne, Rachel Brosnahan, and Jon Bernthal.Then, they review "Drop", the Blumhouse produced thriller starring Meghann Fahy and Brandon Sklenar.Next, they review "Warfare, the true story from Director and former Navy S.E.A.L. Ray Mendoza and co-directed by Alex Garland.Then, they review "The Woman in the Yard", the Blumhouse produced thriller starring Danielle Deadwyler, Peyton Jackson, Okpokwasili, and Estella Kahiha.Lastly, Paul reviews "The Friend",  the emotional drama starring Naomi Watts and Bill Murray.To listen on Apple Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aaaction-podcast/id1634666134To listen on Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1L78fn3C6RlKKdUihtiLyR?si=f31450db95724290Please make sure to like and subscribe to the Aaaction Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzJFoiUHvdbaHaiIfN37BaQ#aaactionpodcast #podcast #film #movie #moviereview #moviepodcast #newmovie  #amc #amctheatres #alist #amcpass #sinners #sinnersmovie #ryancoogler #michaelbjordan #theaccountant2 #accountant #benaffleck #kingofkings #jesus #jesuschrist #charlesdickens #animation #theamateur #drop #warfare #thewomanintheyard #thefriend #billmurray #navyseals 

Skriv til os!Mens konklaven samlede sig for at vælge en amerikansk pave, der vil kalde sig Leo så samlede to unge mænd i 30'erne sig for at diskutere den seneste film fra en af deres tids bedste instruktører, Alex Garland. Filmen i stævne er lavet sammen med Navy Seal og stunt konsulent Ray Mendoza, som har oplevet de imponerende autentiske begivenheder, der udspiller sig i Warfare, der kan ses i biograferne lige nu. Der er mange grunde til at fange den i mørket med god lyd, men også mange grunde til at være påpasselig med sine forventninger. Hør om det og yndlingskrigsfilm, referencer til Spike Jonze's Adaptation og nyheder om bl.a. Trumps told på udenlandske film og nye trailers til GTA VI og Together. God lyttelyst.(00:00:00) Intro og nyheder(00:25:32) Warfare(00:56:15) Fangearme(00:58:39) Outro med ultrakort rangering af Alex Garlands filmIntromusik produceret af Timur.Find Række 8 på Facebook og Instagram.Følg William på Twitter og LetterboxdFølg Jens på Twitter og Letterboxd

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MOVIE MIKE: Mike shares his list of the Top 10 Ryan Gosling movies of all-time. From the roles that defined him, stretched him, and made audiences fall in love with him all over again. He shares what movie he should have won an Oscar for and one of his most underrated performances in his filmography. In the Movie Review, Mike talks about Warfare which was written and directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. It is based on Mendoza's experiences during the Iraq War as a U.S. Navy SEAL, the film is a re-enactment of an encounter he and his platoon experienced on November 19, 2006 in the wake of the Battle of Ramadi. Mike talks about the powerful use of sound, the 5 military terms he learned from the movie and why he hopes people see it and appreciate our military for all they do. In the Trailer Park, Mike talks about Him from Producer Jordan Peele. It’s a football-centric horror movie about a promising young football player who joins an isolated compound to train under a dynasty team's aging quarterback. New Episodes Every Monday! Watch on YouTube: @MikeDeestro Follow Mike on Instagram: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on X: @mikedeestro Follow Mike on Letterboxd: @mikedeestro Email: MovieMikeD@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

C'est le mois d'avril 2025, et voici la sélection de films de 24FPS, le podcast ciné avec ou sans spoiler ! Voici la liste des 11 films abordés sans spoiler par Julien et Jérôme : Death Of A Unicorn de Alex Scharfman (à partir de 0:02:23) The Amateur de James Hawes (à partir de 0:05:30) Mr Wolff 2 (The Accountant 2) de Gavin O'Connor (à partir de 0:14:16) Minecraft Le Film de Jared Hess (à partir de 0:23:12) Les Linceuls de David Cronenberg (à partir de 0:51:17) Ravage (Havoc) de Gareth Evans (à partir de 1:00:48) Drop Game de Christopher Landon (à partir de 1:10:09) Warfare de Ray Mendoza et Alex Garland (à partir de 1:17:47) Thunderbolts* de Jake Schreier (à partir de 1:24:39) Bob Trevino Likes It de Tracie Laymon (à partir de 1:39:14) Sinners de Ryan Coogler (à partir de 1:43:40) Et à partir de 2:09:12 ils finissent de parler de Sinners, mais cette fois avec de gros spoilers ! Bonne écoute, et n'hésitez pas à partager votre avis sur l'équilibre du scénario de Sinners ! Crédits musicaux : Smokestack Twins de Ludwig Göransson, issu de l'album Sinners - Original Motion Picture Score (2025)

Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CumpostingPodcastRosa is joined by Xiyn from Rose Media to talk about 2025's 'Warfare' a 2025 war film written and directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. Based on Mendoza's experiences during the Iraq War as a U.S. Navy SEAL, the film depicts an encounter he and his platoon experienced on November 19, 2006 in the wake of the Battle of Ramadi. To maintain historical accuracy, the film's material is exclusively taken from the testimonies of the platoon members, and is presented in real time. It stars an ensemble cast that includes D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Mendoza, alongside Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Joseph Quinn, Charles Melton, Noah Centineo, and Michael Gandolfini. We then talk about 'Paths of Glory' a 1957 American anti-war film directed by Stanley Kubrick, from a screenplay he co-wrote with Calder Willingham and Jim Thompson. It is adapted from the 1935 novel of the same name by Humphrey Cobb, which was in turn was based on the Souain corporals affair during World War I. The film stars Kirk Douglas as Colonel Dax, the commanding officer of French soldiers who refuse to continue a suicidal attack, after which Dax defends them against charges of cowardice in a court-martial. Subscribe to Rose Media: https://www.youtube.com/@RoseMediaYTFollow Me on

Russillo starts the show by sharing his thoughts on Jimmy Butler's Game 4 performance (1:21). Then, he's joined by Booger McFarland to break down last week's NFL draft. They discuss their favorite picks, what they expect from Travis Hunter, why Shedeur fell so far, and whether 100 men could defeat a gorilla (22:22). Then, ‘Warfare' codirector Ray Mendoza comes on to explain the real-life events that inspired the film, what it was like being in war, and how people reacted to seeing the movie (1:07:31). Plus, Life Advice with Kyle (1:38:45)! Did I pick the correct choice in a couples massage? Check us out on YouTube for exclusive clips, livestreams, and more at https://www.youtube.com/@RyenRussilloPodcast. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Ryen Russillo Guests: Booger McFarland and Ray Mendoza Producers: Steve Ceruti, Kyle Crichton, Mike Wargon, and Jonathan Frias Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on Fresh Hop Cinema: Beers from Humble Sea (Santa Cruz, CA) Beer 1 - My Other Ride is a Submarine // DDH Foggy IPA // 7.1%. Ratings: Jonny - 4.4, Max: 4 Beer 2 - 8-Bit Octopus // DDH WCIPA // 7.1% . Ratings: Jonny - 7.8, Max: 8. Film : "Warfare" (2025) directed by Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza. Ratings: Jonny - 9.3, Max - 8. Inside Hot & Bothered: - Max: "The Pitt" 2025 (MAX) - Jonny: "Saturday Night" (2024) dir. by Jason Reitman // "2073" (2025) dir. by Asif Kapadia // "Adolescence" (Netflix) -------- Episode Timeline: 0:00 - Intro, Ads, & Shout Outs 7:37 - Beer 1 17:25 - Film (No Spoilers) 31:15 - Film (DANGER ZONE) 40:20 - Beer 2 56:54 - Hot & Bothered

David Stepanavicius of death metal juggernauts, Atrae Bilis, joins the podcast this week to chat about their sophomore effort, “Aumicide”.  We deep-dive into “Warfare”, the new movie by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, discuss our shared experiences of relocating from our home countries, the Australian metal scene and much more.   On the weekly news rant, I check out the latest tracks by Ondfodt, …And Oceans, Celestial Sanctuary, Caustic Wound, Pelican and Pandemia.  I also answer your questions, including my favourite pro wrestling moments, gym playlists, some of my own personal bad metal takes. PLUS: no less than two Premieres On The Sphere, with world firsts of brand new tracks by Trivax and Conspiracy X.   Please support the bands featured on this episode ATRAE BILIS:  https://atraebilisdeath.bandcamp.com/  DESTROYER 666: https://www.season-of-mist.com/bands/destroyer-666/   Pre-order links: “The Great Satan” - TRIVAX: https://trivax.bandcamp.com/album/the-great-satan  “Blood Aggression” - CONSPIRACY X: https://conspiracyx.bandcamp.com/   Check out my ‘Pain Is Weakness' workout playlist here https://open.spotify.com/playlist/5BW6MWim3NWtgLRoddwyYO?si=d4688addea5948d8   

Juanma González nos propone tres estrenos para disfrutar de la semana: El contable 2, Los pecadores y Warfare. ¡Vamos con ello! En Es la Mañana de Fin de Semana, Juanma González ha comentado los principales estrenos de la cartelera esta semana.El contable 2 Su protagonista, Christian Wolff, tiene talento para resolver problemas complejos. Cuando un viejo conocido es asesinado, dejando tras de sí un críptico mensaje para "encontrar al contable", Wolff se ve obligado a resolver el caso. Para ello, unirá fuerzas con su hermano Brax y Marybeth Medina, subdirectora del Tesoro de Estados Unidos, para destapar una conspiración, convirtiéndose en el objetivo de una letal red de asesinos. Para Juanma González , esta película "es la que va a tener más repercusión" y el personaje del contable "le queda muy bien a Ben Affleck", ha asegurado. Se trata de una nueva intriga relacionada con el tráfico de personas y la frontera de México. Las personas que no hayan visto El contable deben tener en cuenta que "las complicaciones que tiene tampoco dependen de la primera, pero sí que es cierto que favorece el hecho de que tú recuerdes la primera película, aunque no continúan"Los pecadores "Esta película está siendo un enorme éxito en Estados Unidos", ha expresado Juan, "aunque en España no tanto y me entristece un poco". En esta película, tratando de dejar atrás sus problemáticas vidas, dos hermanos gemelos –Jordan – regresan a su pueblo natal para empezar de nuevo, solo para descubrir que un mal aún mayor les espera para darles la bienvenida. Juanma González ha recomendado ver la película en IMAX, el formato más grande que existe. Asimismo, ha sostenido que "hay una escena post créditos muy importante porque incluso te revela un giro argumental que es a los minutos y pico de empezar los créditos". Para Juanma González "es una película que está especialmente bien hecha y es muy blacksplotation en todos los sentidos". Lo que propone su director Ryan Coogles es "una mezcla de cine musical, de drama histórico y de película de terror".Warfare Basada en las experiencias reales del ex marine Ray Mendoza (codirector y coguionista de la película) durante la guerra de Irak. Introduce al espectador en la experiencia de un pelotón de Navy SEALs estadounidenses. Concretamente en una misión de vigilancia que se tuerce en territorio insurgente. Una historia visceral y a pie de campo sobre la guerra moderna y la hermandad, contada como nunca antes: en tiempo real y basada en los recuerdos de quienes la vivieron. Su director, Alex Garland, "ha hecho todo para que los movimientos de los actores –lo que dicen y hacen – se ajuste a la experiencia de un combate real", ha sostenido Juanma Rodríguez. Y es una película "repleta de estrellas".

Daniel and Erwin review Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's new film, "Warfare." They talk about the tense atmosphere, the real life story, and how well the moment captures real time and more. Did they love it, did they hate it, or are they Somewhere Between? Listen to find out! Description:A surveillance mission goes wrong for a platoon of American Navy SEALs in insurgent territory in Iraq.Release date: April 11, 2025 (USA)Directed by: Ray Mendoza; Alex GarlandRunning time: 1h 35mBudget: $20 millionMPAA rating: RDistributed by: A24

Send us a textTo commemorate Shakespeare's 461st Birthday, I am very happy to bring on to the Fixate & Binge Podcast, HANNAH YOUNG, a native of Stratford-on-Avon, the home of Shakespeare. Hannah is a classically trained actress who has performed extensively with the Royal Shakespeare Company over several seasons in her career. She features as Lady Macbeth in Cheek by Jowl's film ‘Acting' which is premiered this weekend in London's The Barbican Centre, and has also worked at the National Studio in London and in several West End productions.In this episode, Hannah shares her first experiences with Shakespeare, growing up in Stratford-on-Avon, recounting her work on the stage with stage and screen legends. She illuminates how she approaches her characters, and uses the text itself to explore clues and ideas about her portrayals for audiences.If you're a casual fan of Shakespeare, a budding academic, a Bardolater, or terrified of experiencing Shakespeare for the first time -- this is the perfect podcast  to hear from Hannah on how best to approach the immortal Bard.In this podcast, I also provide a spoiler-free review of Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's film WARFARE -- currently in theaters and well-worth the price of admission to experience on the big screen!Thank you for listening! You can find and follow us with the links below!Read our Letterboxd reviews at:https://letterboxd.com/fixateandbinge/Follow us on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/fixateandbingepodcast/?hl=msFollow us on TikTok at:https://www.tiktok.com/@fixateandbingepodcastVisit our website at:https://fixateandbingepodcast.com/

“You keep on dancin' with the devil... one day, he's gonna follow you home” Double feature time! Brad Gullickson of The Comic Book Couples Counseling joins us to discuss Ryan Coogler and Michael B. Jordan's part-delta gothic, part-musicological meditation: Sinners (10:51).‘Sinners' Director Ryan Coogler Explains Film Aspect Ratios and Different Formats in 10 Minutes"Look for the blood and smoke..."Also, we discuss the latest swing by A24—Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's testimonial recreation of a moment in history for the soldiers involved in the Battle of Ramadi (Iraq) in 2006: Warfare (1:13:04).Thank you Oni Press & Endless Comics, Cards & Games for sponsoring The Oblivion Bar PodcastFollow us on InstagramFollow us on ThreadsFollow us on BlueSkyLike us on FacebookConsider supporting us over on PatreonThank you DreamKid for our Oblivion Bar musicThank you KXD Studios for our Oblivion Bar artSend us a textSupport the show

“War is hell” is a common phrase, but as we live our peacetime lives, it can be hard to visualize what that phrase really means. The movie “Warfare” provides a way to see and comprehend that phrase. The movie is directed by “Civil War” and “Ex Machina” director Alex Garland and Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza. Mendoza was one of the soldiers in the middle of the real-life battle that this movie shows. Garland and Mendoza don't hold back on showing the shocking, brutal and bloody side of war. If you know someone with PTSD and you want to understand, at least a little bit better what would cause something like that, this movie is for you. In this movie, Navy SEALs are sent out into Ramadi, Iraq where they gather in a multi-story home to surveil insurgents. The team settles in and goes through the tedium of just sitting and observing. Their sniper starts noticing a build-up of men getting closer to their position and soon that quiet tedium is over as the explosions start and the bullets start flying. The team does all they can to fight off the insurgents and call in to get evacuated out but what happens next just ratchets things up to a whole other level. Is it worth finding out what that is in theaters? Check out this episode to find out! “Warfare” stars Will Poulter, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Cosmo Jarvis, Joseph Quinn, Aaron Mackenzie, Alex Brockdorff, Finn Bennett, Evan Holtzman, Michael Gandolfini, Joe Macaulay, Laurie Duncan, Noah Centineo, Taylor John Smith and Charles Melton. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

Modern Spies month continues as we look at the most famous movie spy of them all: James Bond. This week, we take a look at Daniel Craig's first outing, Casino Royale. Casino Royale is not only one of the best reviewed Bond movies that Craig appeared in, it's one of the best reviewed Bond movies of all time. Our hosts are rewatching and introducing Producer Lalo to his very first James Bond movie! How does it hold up? Is it really one of the best Bond movies? Listen on to find out our thoughts. Plus, our thoughts on Alex Farland and Ray Mendoza's Warfare! What's your favorite Bond movie? Let us know at cinemaontappodcast@gmail.com

Josh is joined by recurring guests Daniel Lima and Josh Brown to discuss the newest Alex Garland-A24 collaboration, "Warfare." They discuss whether Garland and co-writer/director Ray Mendoza managed to walk the line between telling a compelling war movie without being "pro-war," the quality of the intense action set pieces, the deep cast of young, up-and-coming actors and much more! Edited and Produced by Daniel Lima.

This week's Empire Podcast (episode 664 if you're keeping score!) is more packed with goodness than your average Easter egg. Not only do Chris Hewitt, Helen O'Hara, and Alex Godfrey get into a discussion about what exactly makes a musical a musical (along with an impromptu visit to a certain mountain), but they tackle the week's movie news, including the revelation that the Oscars will finally have a Best Stunt Design category (note: this was recorded, due to the Easter holidays, before the new Fantastic Four trailer and Star Wars movie news. We'll get to those next week), and review Ryan Coogler's Sinners, Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's Warfare, and the new Steve Coogan film, The Penguin Lessons. And if that weren't enough, our guest egg overcracketh, as Chris sits down with Steve Coogan and co-star Jonathan Pryce, [21:13 - 33:16 approx] and Sinners' genius composer, Ludwig Göransson, [1:31:25 - 1:45:01 approx] while Alex has an engrossing chat with Warfare's directors, Ray Mendoza and the other Alex G. [52:19 - 1:07:55 approx] And finally, there's an excerpt from Chris' wonderful spoiler special chat with The Monkey director, Osgood Perkins. [1:46:16 - 1:57:31 approx] Our full spoiler special for that movie is now up in our spoiler special feed. Phew, told you it was a packed show. Enjoy!

I FOUGHT IN RAMADI – Navy SEAL JP Dinnell Reviews "Warfare" (2025) JP Dinnell breaks down the new movie  @A24  movie Warfare by Ray Mendoza about the task unit that relieved TU Bruiser in Ramadi.  In this powerful episode of The JP Dinnell Podcast, JP delivers a raw, emotional, and brutally honest review of the 2025 war film “Warfare”, co-directed by Alex Garland and former Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza. But this isn't just another reaction video — JP Dinnell actually fought in the same battle space as depicted in the film. While most people see Warfare as a gripping, cinematic portrayal of urban combat in Ramadi, Iraq, JP lived it. He was part of Task Unit Bruiser, the most decorated special operations unit of the Iraq War, serving alongside warriors like Jocko Willink, Leif Babin, Marc Lee, and Michael Monsoor. His team was operating in Ramadi in 2006, directly before Alpha One, the SEAL unit depicted in Warfare, took over that area of operations. This review is more than just technical commentary — it's a glimpse into the real-world chaos, decision-making, emotion, and leadership that happened in those exact streets.

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Send us a textIn the chaos of combat, what truly matters isn't the mission, but the harrowing moments that forever bind soldiers together. "Warfare," the latest from filmmaking duo Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, strips away conventional war movie tropes to deliver something far more visceral and authentic.Based on Mendoza's actual experiences as a Navy SEAL during the Iraq War, this relentlessly tense 96-minute thriller drops viewers into the middle of a mission gone catastrophically wrong. When two platoons become trapped in a hostile urban environment, what follows is a masterclass in sustained tension and raw emotional devastation. Unlike traditional war films that provide character backgrounds or political context, "Warfare" deliberately avoids explaining why these soldiers are fighting—it simply shows, with unflinching clarity, what happens when young men face the brutal realities of combat.The film's exceptional sound design, crafted by Garland's longtime collaborator Glenn Freemantle, delivers an audio experience that shifts seamlessly between the chaotic cacophony of gunfire to the muffled, disorienting aftermath of blast trauma. Will Poulter leads a remarkable ensemble cast that includes Michael Galfianakis, Kit Connor, and Charles Melton, each delivering performances that capture not just the physical demands of warfare but the psychological toll of knowing death lurks around every corner.What makes "Warfare" particularly significant is how it represents Garland's artistic resurrection following his controversial 2022 film "Men." By partnering with Mendoza and focusing on craftsmanship rather than heavy-handed metaphors, Garland has rediscovered his filmmaking voice. This transformation mirrors other celebrated director comebacks we've witnessed over the years—from Wes Craven's "Scream" renaissance to Spike Lee's triumphant return with "BlacKkKlansman."Don't miss this opportunity to experience one of the most intense and authentic war films in recent memory. "Warfare" isn't just about combat—it's about bearing witness to the moments that forever change those who serve, and the brotherhood forged in circumstances most of us will never understand.Support the show

One of these stories had a resurrection that actually worked… This week on The Infamous Podcast, Brian and Darryl close the chapter on Daredevil: Born Again Season 1, and it's… a choice. Then they dig into Amazon's new supernatural bounty hunter series The Bondsman, which might just be the weirdest thing Prime Video has greenlit this month (and that's saying something). Darryl delivers a mini-review of The King of Kings—a cinematic sermon or box office blunder? Meanwhile, Brian charges in with a tactical breakdown of Warfare, where the explosions were loud and the film was in-ten-city-in-ten-cities. Episode Index Intro: 0:07 The King of Kings Mini-Review: 6:00 Warfare Mini-Review: 12:08 Daredevil: Born Again Finale: 21:50 The Bondsman Season 1: 36:11 Mini-Review: The King of Kings (2025) – Rating 8/10 Summary Directed by Seong-ho Jang, this animated film features Charles Dickens (voiced by Kenneth Branagh) narrating the life of Jesus to his son Walter, who imagines himself witnessing biblical events. The film combines a unique framing device with a faithful retelling of the Gospels, featuring voice talents like Oscar Isaac as Jesus and Mark Hamill as King Herod. It's a heartfelt, family-friendly portrayal that resonates with audiences of all ages.  Mini-Review: Warfare (2025) – Rating 6.75/10 Summary Co-directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland, “Warfare” offers a harrowing, real-time depiction of a Navy SEAL mission gone awry in Ramadi, Iraq. Based on Mendoza's own experiences, the film immerses viewers in the chaos of combat, highlighting the psychological toll on soldiers. With a strong ensemble cast and a commitment to authenticity, it's a visceral exploration of modern warfare's realities. Daredevil: Born Again (Disney+) Out of 5 Broken Batons Darryl: 2.75/5 Brian: 3.2/5 Season 1 Out of 10 Conflicted Catholics in Spandex Darryl: 6.25/10 Brian: 6.9/10 Summary In the finale titled “Straight to Hell,” Matt Murdock faces devastating losses: Foggy Nelson is murdered by Bullseye under Vanessa Fisk's orders, and Kingpin seizes control of New York, imposing martial law. Despite the chaos, Matt, with allies like Karen Page and the Punisher, begins to form a resistance, setting the stage for a darker, more intense Season 2.  The Bondsman – Season 1 (Prime) Out of 10 Deals with the Devil Darryl: 7.5/10 Brian: 7.85/10 Summary The Bondsman is a supernatural western-action series from Amazon Prime that blends grit, grief, and a touch of hellfire. It follows Hub Halloran (played by Kevin Bacon), a grizzled and recently deceased bounty hunter who gets a second shot at redemption — but with a catch: he's brought back to life by the Devil himself to track down demons who've escaped Hell. Armed with his cowboy instincts, a sarcastic streak, and a growing sense of purpose, Hub rides across dusty towns and shadowy landscapes hunting hellspawn, questioning whether this is punishment, penance… or something more cosmic. Along the way, he reconnects with estranged family, forms an unlikely bond with a demon-turned-sidekick named Midge, and uncovers a deeper plot that could tear open the gates of Hell permanently. The tone walks a line between Justified and Supernatural, with bursts of dark humor, philosophical musings, and buckets of demon-slaying chaos. Bacon brings swagger and weariness in equal measure, anchoring a surprisingly emotional core in a show that never takes itself too seriously — until it suddenly does. Episode 1: “Hell to Pay” Bounty hunter Hub Halloran is murdered and resurrected by the Devil to hunt escaped demons, marking the start of his supernatural journey. Episode 2: “Dead Man's Debt” Hub captures an arsonist named Tater, uncovering a larger demonic plot. Episode 3: “Family Ties” Hub reconnects with his estranged family, seeking assistance in his mission. Episode 4: “Crossroads” A demon threatens a local community, forcing Hub to make a moral choice. Episode 5: “The Devil's Due” Hub confronts the consequences of his past actions as a bounty hunter. Episode 6: “Revelations” Hub uncovers a deeper conspiracy involving escaped demons and seeks help from Midge. Episode 7: “Pyralis” Hub and Midge attempt to prevent an apocalyptic event orchestrated by a powerful demon. Episode 8: “Lilith” Hub confronts his greatest sin and faces a formidable demonic adversary, seeking redemption. 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Alex Garland's latest film Warfare, which is co-directed by US military veteran Ray Mendoza turns back the clock back nearly twenty years to reconstruct a real-life surveillance mission in Iraq. Film critic Tim Robey and journalist Zing Tsjeng give their verdict on the analysis of the theatre of war, which unfolds in real time. They've also been to see Shanghai Dolls at London's Kiln Theatre - which spans six decades of Chinese history, focusing on the life of an actress who was to personify the terrifying face of the cultural revolution, Madame Mao. Literary critic Boyd Tonkin reflects on the legacy of Nobel prize-winning Peruvian writer Mario Vargas Llosa who has died at the age of 89. Samira and her guests have also been reading Katie Kitamura's new book Audition, about an actress who agrees to have dinner with a young man who seems fixated on her, and includes a 'sliding doors' alternative reality. And as the actress Cate Blanchett announces her intention to retire, Radio 4 listeners have a chance to hear her star in her first major radio drama The Fever, in which she plays a privileged woman who travels to a war-torn country and reflects on her comfortable life amidst the poverty of others. Presenter: Samira Ahmed Producer: Paula McGrath

Vanguardistas have more fun—so if you don't already subscribe to the podcast, join the Vanguard today via Apple Podcasts or extratakes.com for non-fruit-related devices. In return you'll get a whole extra Take 2 alongside Take 1 every week, with bonus reviews, more viewing recommendations from the Good Doctors and whole bonus episodes just for you. And if you're already a Vanguardista, we salute you. ‘Warfare' co-directors Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza join us this week to talk about the astonishing new film that aims to put modern conflict onscreen in the most authentic way possible. With an ensemble cast of soldiers featuring Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, and Joseph Quinn, the film's events are based on the real wartime experiences of Mendoza (who is played by D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai). He's a former Navy SEAL and Iraq veteran who has used his expertise to advise filmmakers presenting war onscreen, including Garland on ‘Civil War'. Now he's collaborating with Garland again to tell his own story and that of his colleagues in this truly powerful film. Plus we've got reviews of ‘The Penguin Lessons'—the true story of an English teacher in turbulent 1970s South America who unexpectedly befriends the waddling creature of the film's title, after rescuing it from an oil slick—and ‘Blue Road', the literary doc on the colourful life of Irish writer Edna O'Brien. Don't miss an Easter treat in the Laughter Lift this week too... Timecodes (for Vanguardistas listening ad-free): The Penguin Lessons: 08:54 Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza Interview: 29:44 Warfare Review: 43:30 Laughter Lift Easter Special: 57:48 Blue Road: The Edna O'Brien Story: 1:00:39 You can contact the show by emailing correspondence@kermodeandmayo.com or you can find us on social media, @KermodeandMayo Please take our survey and help shape the future of our show: https://www.kermodeandmayo.com/survey EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/take Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us @sonypodcasts To advertise on this show contact: podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And to find out more about Sony's new show Origins with Cush Jumbo, click here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can you believe it, she did it again! Ma Hinshaw is clearly becoming big time and can't spend any time hanging out with Mike and Matt. Today the boys chat about A24's most ambitious war film to date, Warfare written and directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. Not Iraq war topics include Pappy Van Winkle, Otter, and IUD VS IED.  For next week we roll back the clock for Episode #420 (we swear we had no idea episode 420 was going to fall on the week of 420!!) with a legacy cast of Half Baked (1998) starring Dave Chappelle, Guillermo Diaz, Jim Breuer, and Harland Williams. Thank you for your continued support of our passion project. We will be back next week with another episode of the Reel Film Nerds Podcast! You can find us on all things social such as YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter or X. We also have an awesome community you can join, click here to check out our Facebook Fan Group so you can yell at Mike and Matt from the comfort of your keyboard while talking about films. Lastly we have an amazing website where you can watch trailers, read the host's bios, listen to the podcast, and get a ton more info on the movies we review.  Check out the link here https://www.ReelFilmNerds.com Thanks for stopping by and listening to our podcast, we appreciate each and everyone of you. Finally go out and catch as many movies as you can!

This episode is brought to you courtesy of our sponsors: BetterHelp - Visit BetterHelp.com/FILMCAST to get 10% off your first month. Huel - Visit Huel.com/filmcast today and use code filmcast to get 15% off your first order plus a Free Gift. David, Devindra, and Jeff fall into the Hitchcockian pleasures of Drop, praise the brilliant storytelling of Common Side Effects, and wonder why Hacks doesn't just let the two main leads be friends. Then, it's time to discuss Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's new movie, Warfare. We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly Plugs David - Decoding TV: Matt Goldberg's The Last of Us recaps Devindra - Engadget Podcast: Pixel 9a review + bracing for tariffs Jeff - cameo.com/jeffcannata Shownotes (All timestamps are approximate only)    What we've been watching (~00:16:05) David - Drop, G20, The Last of Us S2  Devindra - Last of Us S2, Hacks S4, The Pitt finale Jeff - Common Side Effects, Your Friends and Neighbors Featured Review (~01:04:00)    Warfare SPOILERS (~01:29:15) Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com. Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com.

On this week's episode, Sonny Bunch (The Bulwark), Alyssa Rosenberg (The Washington Post), and Peter Suderman (Reason) discuss the myriad ways in which tariffs could hurt (and maybe in one very minor way help) the entertainment business. Then they review Warfare, the latest film from Alex Garland and co-writer/co-director Ray Mendoza. No bonus episode on Friday, but we'll be back with a full episode on Monday where we'll be reviewing Sinners. And if you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a friend!

On this episode, we review the Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza war film WARFARE, starring Will Poulter and D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai!   Visit https://insessionfilm.com for merch and more!   Thanks for listening and be sure to subscribe! Become an ISF VIP to get exclusive bonus content!   Follow us on X/Twitter! @InSessionFilm | @RealJDDuran | @BrendanJCassidy

Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's harrowing new film “Warfare” takes a realistic look at a platoon of Navy SEALs on a mission gone wrong in Iraq in 2006. It's based on Ray's experiences as a real-life Navy SEAL, and it's dedicated to his platoon member, Elliott Miller, who lost a leg and suffered a traumatic brain injury during the mission. Ray set out to make the film to help Elliott remember what they went through that day. In this conversation with Tom Power, Ray and the Canadian actor who plays him, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, talk about “Warfare” and why it was important to tell this story as true to life as possible. If you like this conversation, listen to Tom Power's interview with Alex Garland on “Civil War.”

This week's Out Now with Aaron and Abe wants to show different sides of action. Cal State Fullerton's Professor Mike Dillon joins Aaron for a discussion of The Amateur, starring Rami Malek, and Warfare from directors Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. Hear what these two have to say about the spy thriller and matter-of-fact war film. Plus, there's plenty of time for other movie chatter, trailer talk, games, and listener thoughts. Tune in for Out Now Quickies™ (5:40), Trailer Talk for Tron: Ares (18:28), the main reviews (24:46) and (57:57), Games (1:32:30), and Out Now Feedback (1:46:05). So now, if you've got an hour or so to kill… Get yourself a free audiobook and help out the show at AudibleTrial.com/OutNowPodcast! Follow all of us on Twitter/Bluesky: @Outnow_Podcast, @AaronsPS4, @WalrusMoose Check out all of our sites, podcasts, and blogs:  TheCodeIsZeek.substack.com, Why So Blu?, We Live Entertainment Read Aaron's reviews for The Amateur and Warfare Next Week: Sinners

The guys criticize the new Iraq war set film Warfare, co-directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza – then run down their favorite war films set during times when they've been alive. Watch this episode: https://youtu.be/kfaFs6BASy8 Follow Cinereelists: Facebook – Twitter – Instagram – TikTok Follow James: Letterboxd – Twitter Follow Zach: Letterboxd – Twitter Follow Kyle: Letterboxd Support the show on Patreon. Subscribe: iTunes / RSS Have a film suggestion you think we've never seen and want us to discuss on the show? Send your pick to heyguys@cinereelists.com and one of us WILL watch it and discuss it on...

This week Karen Peterson and Derek Miranda sit down to talk war films, propaganda, and WARFARE. As always, featured reviews are done in two parts, a NON-SPOILER review with letter grade and brief discussion, followed by a more in depth SPOILER review. PLOT SUMMARY: A platoon of Navy SEALs embark on a dangerous mission in Ramadi, Iraq, with the chaos and brotherhood of war retold through their memories of the event. Directed and written by: Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland Starring: D'Pharoah Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Joseph Quinn, Charles Melton, Taylor John Smith, Michael Gandolfini, Noah Centineo, Nathan Altai, Donya Hussen   @TheWatchAndTalk (Twitter/Instagram) Letterboxd.com/TheWatchandTalk Facebook.com/TheWatchAndTalk www.TheWatchAndTalk.com TheWatchAndTalk@gmail.com   Support the show! www.Patreon.com/TheWatchAndTalk

We present our Warfare (2025) review! Warfare is a 2025 war action film written and directed by Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland. Based on Mendoza's experiences during the Iraq War as a U.S. Navy SEAL, the film is a re-enactment of an encounter he and his platoon experienced on November 19, 2006 in the wake of the Battle of Ramadi.[4] To maintain historical accuracy, the film's material is exclusively taken from the testimonies of the platoon members, and is presented in real time beginning from the title drop. It stars an ensemble cast that includes D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai as Mendoza alongside Will Poulter, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Finn Bennett, Joseph Quinn and Charles Melton. The film is dedicated to platoon member Elliott Miller, played by Jarvis, who lost his leg and voice in the incident. Warfare premiered at the Music Box Theatre in Chicago on March 16, 2025, was released in the United States by A24 on April 11, 2025, and pending release in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2025. The film received highly positive reviews from critics. Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network. Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76 alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark RadulichLCSW Tiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59

"Warfare" is the newest film by director Alex Garland, who co-directed it with Iraq war veteran Ray Mendoza. It's a re-enactment of an encounter Mendoza and his platoon experienced on November 19th, 2006, in the wake of the Battle of Ramadi, as they use memories from Navy SEAL team Alpha One to reconstruct the event in real-time as it happened for one of their fellow soldiers who has no memory of what took place that day. The film stars an incredible cast of promising up-and-coming talent, and two of them, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai and Kit Connor were kind enough to spend some time talking with us about their experience working on the film, which you can watch or listen to below. Please be sure to check out the film, which is now playing in theaters from A24. Thank you, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's Warfare is now in theatres, and we can't recommend it enough! Based on first-person accounts of a 2006 attack on US Navy SEALs in Iraq, the film offers a harrowing, on-the-ground look at modern combat.In this spoilerific review, Ian and Cati dive into what makes this a standout among the war-picture genre--and share their experience of having front-row seats to the Chicago premiere, with the co-directors and star Will Poulter in attendance!Subscribe, like, and comment on Kicking the Seat here on YouTube, and check us out at:kickseat.comXLetterboxdBlueSkyInstagramFacebookShow LinksWatch the Warfare (2025) trailer.As mentioned in the review, you can catch the full Q&A from last month's Music Box Theatre special screening, featuring co-directors Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, and star Will Poulter!Support all of Earth's Mightiest Critics at their various outlets:Check out Mark "The Movie Man" Krawczyk's The Spoiler Room Podcast.Keep up with Jeff York's criticism and caricatures at The Establishing Shot and Pipeline Artists.Get seated with The Blonde in Front!Follow David Fowlie's film criticism at Keeping It Reel.Get educated with Don Shanahan at Every Movie Has a Lesson…...And Film Obsessive...and the Cinephile Hissy Fit Podcast.Keep up with Annie Banks at The Mary Sue....and We Got This Covered.And make Nice with Mike Crowley of You'll Probably Agree.

Sean and Amanda begin the episode with their instant reactions to the official announcement of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival lineup. They share their overall mixed feelings about the slate, attempt to figure out why some notable films missed the cut, and debate whether or not Sean would be capable of taking a three-month movie sabbatical (0:00). Then, Chris Ryan joins the show to cover Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza's new combat drama, ‘Warfare,' to discuss how emotionally affecting the film is and examine its use of differing perspectives (0:00). Finally, Sean is joined by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza to explore the intentions behind ‘Warfare,' then work through the importance of memory and examine how it plays a critical part in the storytelling of the film (0:00). Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Alex Garland, Ray Mendoza, and Chris Ryan Producer: Jack Sanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THIS IS A PREVIEW PODCAST. NOT THE FULL REVIEW. Please check out the full podcast review on our Patreon Page by subscribing over at - https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture For this week's second podcast review, Josh Parham, Dan Bayer, Brendan Hodges, Daniel Howat, and I are reviewing and discussing the latest film from Alex Garland and co-directed alongside Iran war veteran Ray Mendoza, "Warfare," starring D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Will Poulter, Charles Melton, Joseph Quinn, Cosmo Jarvis, Kit Connor, Michael Gandolfini, Noah Centineo, Finn Bennett & Taylor John Smith. Taking place in real-time, abandoning typical war genre storytelling conventions and stitched together from the memory of those who lived it, the A24 war film is providing audiences with an immersive experience that is unlike anything else out there. What did we think of it? Please tune in as we discuss its politics, craftsmanship, performances, awards season chances, and more in our SPOILER-FILLED review. Thank you for listening, and enjoy! Check out more on NextBestPicture.com Please subscribe on... Apple Podcasts - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/negs-best-film-podcast/id1087678387?mt=2 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7IMIzpYehTqeUa1d9EC4jT YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWA7KiotcWmHiYYy6wJqwOw And be sure to help support us on Patreon for as little as $1 a month at https://www.patreon.com/NextBestPicture and listen to this podcast ad-free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In their second project together, writer-directors Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza’s Warfare strikes a much different tone than last year’s Civil War. Garland’s solo writing and directing project, with Mendoza on as a military supervisor, served as a thematic look at the political divide found in the United States— Warfare, despite using similar thematic elements, takes a much more realist filming approach to the war in Iraq. Warfare follows a platoon of Navy SEALs in 2006 Iraq, going through the process of scouting insurgent territory, and eventually finding themselves in a gunfight with people they often identify as MAMs (military-age males). Told using the memories of those involved in this real event, the film isn’t focused on making a political statement on the war itself as much as it is putting together a chain of events that helps viewers understand one story a part of the greater picture of the war in Iraq. The film takes these stories and uses an ensemble cast of up-and-coming actors to help put together a linear story, with D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai notably portraying Mendoza, who was one of the Navy SEAL team members involved. Joining us, to discuss their directorial partnership and the work that went into telling this story as truthfully as possible, are Warfare writer-directors Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland.

Today on AirTalk, the Lost Angeles County Department of Public Health have released preliminary soil testing results from areas impacted by January’s wildfires. Also on the show, we look into whether we can change our personality; we get a taste of the all-American diner with Le Hut Dinette for Food Friday; our Filmweek critics review the latest releases; Larry interviews Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza on their new film ‘Warfare;’ and more. Lead and other contaminants found in soil after recent wildfires (00:17) Can we change our personality? (19:11) We get a taste of the All-American diner with Le Hut Dinette (40:30) LAist film critics review this weekend’s new movie releases (52:49) Directors Alex Garland & Ray Mendoza discuss ‘Warfare’ (1:15:23)

Alex Garland (28 Days Later, Ex Machina, Civil War) and Ray Mendoza chat with Trey Elling about Warfare. The film, which they co-wrote and -directed, is based on details provided by Ray and his Navy SEAL teammates of a traumatic two-day escape from an civilian home, during the Iraq War in 2006. Topics include:The film's genesis (0:00)Ray getting the call from Alex (2:22)The soundtrack...or lack thereof (3:22)Making it for Elliot (7:12)A story staying true to memories (8:51)Ray's teammates visiting set (12:24)Would Alex direct a comedy? (14:20)

This week, we discuss the first major box office hit of the year, A Minecraft Movie. We also review Warfare, the new A24 Iraq War drama from Alex Garland and Navy SEAL vet Ray Mendoza. Plus, a preview of the 2025 Florida Film Festival, which kicks off today with over 160 films, 27 world premieres, and a special tribute to Christina Ricci.Timecodes:Intro - 0:00A Minecraft Movie - 2:13Summer Movie Wager Prep - 21:45Warfare - 29:332025 Florida Film Festival Preview - 53:70

This week, Sam Watermeier joins me to review the new war film from Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, Warfare in a feature review and then, in this week's secondary review, we discuss the new Samir Oliveros movie, The Luckiest Man in America. We also discuss recent movie and TV news, screenings around Indianapolis, and more. Timestamps Show Start - 00:28 Introducing Sam - 02:37 Screening in Indy - 14:55 News Before the Reviews - 23:47 Feature Review Warfare (2025) - 40:20 Spoiler - 1:18:20 Secondary Review The Luckiest Man in America (2025) - 1:46:11   Closing the Ep - 2:04:01 Patreon Clip - 2:05:58   Related Links Indy Film Fest Jenna Ortega On Why She Dropped Out Of ‘Scream 7' After Melissa Barrera's Exit: “It Was All Kind Of Falling Apart” Fox Gives Huge Four-Season Pickups to ‘The Simpsons,' ‘Family Guy' and ‘Bob's Burgers'   My 2025 Podcast and Writing Archive Immediate Reaction - Drop (2025) - Apr 7, 2025 Patreon Companion Episodes Collection Companion Ep - OV467 - Akeelah and the Bee (2011) & The Girl is in Trouble (2015) - Feb 26-Mar 1, 2025 Patreon - Severance Episode Reviews   Sam's Letterboxd Sam's Writing on Midwest Film Journal Deep Downey: U.S. Marshals Sam's Review of Warfare (2025) Sam's Review of Eric LaRue (2025) Sam's Review of The Luckiest Man in America (2025) Sam's Review of The Penguin Lessons (2025) Indianapolis Theaters Alamo Drafthouse Indy Kan-Kan  Living Room Theaters Keystone Art  Flix Brewhouse Ways to Support Us Support Us on Patreon for Exclusive Content Official OV Merch Buy Me A Coffee Obsessive Viewer Obsessive Viewer Presents: Anthology Obsessive Viewer Presents: Tower Junkies As Good As It Gets - Linktree Start Your Podcast with Libsyn Using Promo Code OBSESS Follow Us on Social Media My Letterboxd | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter Instagram | Threads | Bluesky | TikTok | Tiny's Letterboxd   Mic Info Matt: ElectroVoice RE20 into RØDEcaster Pro II (Firmware: 1.5.4) Sam: Samson Q2U via USB in Google Meet   Episode Homepage: ObsessiveViewer.com/OV474   Next Week on the Podcast OV475 - The Amateur (2025) or Drop (2025) & Hell of a Summer (2025)  

WARFARE MOVIE REVIEW While working on his previous film Civil War, Alex Garland got to be friends with the military advisor on it, Ray Mendoza. They decided to write a script together based on an experience Ray had gone through in his experiences in the Iraq War. Initially Garland was going to be sole director […]

The new film "Warfare" draws directly on the memories of director Ray Mendoza, an Iraq war veteran and former Navy Seal who was a part of a mission that went very wrong. Co-directed with Alex Garland, "Warfare" presents a dramatized version of that mission. Mendoza and Garland discuss the film, which is in theaters April 11.

On this week's episode, I'm joined by Ray Mendoza, who cowrote and codirected the new A24 movie Warfare with Alex Garland (Civil War, Ex Machina). We discussed the journalistic process of rebuilding the day's actions portrayed in the film from the memory of those who participated, Mendoza's work with Garland on Civil War, and the cinematic experience of trying to help people understand what it's like to go into battle after getting your brain rattled. The movie releases on April 11, and I strongly recommend watching it in a theater to get that fully immersive sonic effect. And if you enjoyed this episode, I hope you share it with a friend.

Nats Spring Training is wrapping up, so we hear from Grant Paulsen on what he saw while there last week, plus G&D's interviews with James Wood and Dylan Crews. March Madness is also in bloom, so ESPN's Jeremy Woo discusses NBA Draft prospects he's watching in the tourney, and Maryland women's coach Brenda Frese talks about making her 15th straight tourney appearance with the Lady Terps. We've also got some Commanders roster talk with Ben Standig now that the NFL league year is open, Brian Keefe checks in as the Wizards near their season end, and, in a special treat, ‘Warfare' writer/directors Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland joined The Junkies in-studio to discuss their film, coming out nationwide next month!

From the Battlefield to Hollywood: Retired Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza on Honoring Warriors Through Film. Welcome back to another episode of the Team Never Quite Podcast. This week, Marcus and Melanie are honored to sit down with retired Navy SEAL Ray Mendoza—a true warrior, storyteller, and advocate for authenticity in military films. Ray served 16 years in the SEAL Teams, including time with SEAL Team 5 and as a BUD/s instructor. A Silver Star recipient for heroism in combat, Ray has transitioned from military service to Hollywood, working as a producer, military advisor, and filmmaker. Ray's SEAL Career & Heroism: ·         Ray shares his journey from enlisting in the Navy in 1997 to becoming a SEAL and instructor. ·         His experiences in combat, including the mission that earned him the Silver Star. ·         Lessons from special operations and how they shape his approach to storytelling. Transition to Hollywood: ·         How a role in Act of Valor introduced him to the world of filmmaking. ·         His work as a military advisor on Lone Survivor and other projects. ·         Producing The Warfighters and The Selection—his commitment to employing veterans in the industry. The Making of the film: “Warfare” ·         Co-writing and co-directing Warfare with Alex Garland (Civil War). ·         The real-life mission that inspired the film and its deeply personal connection to his friend Elliott Miller. ·         The responsibility of portraying modern combat authentically and why this film stands out. ·         Insights from actors Charles Melton and Will Poulter on the emotional weight of the project. Where to Watch & Follow: ·         Stay updated on Warfare's release and behind-the-scenes content. ·         Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast.          Tune in for an unforgettable conversation with Ray Mendoza—this is one you don't want to miss!  In this episode you will hear: • [Marcus] You go through your military career, then we get out, and then go to Hollywood. (19:47} • I've always wanted to do this one for Elliott and for me. It's therapeutic anyway. It takes courage to tell that story. (26:10) • If you do do it, what is it gonna say? You gotta be really sure why you're doing it. (26:30) • It's hard, when you talk to somebody, to tell their story. (27:14) • Having those hard conversations with people. It's kind of difficult. And to put in on film is another level of difficulty. (27:26) • The big thing we were doing was overwatches. Clearance operations, pushing through a sector. Establishing a foothold. (31:31) • Often, we never made it to the next cycle. They would start surrounding us, then we were like “We're out.” Then we'd have to shoot our way out. (32:00) • Everybody got fragged. When you hear a piece of metal land on concrete, it's a very distinct sound. (40:55) • There's nothing I wouldn't do with the guys. Shoulder to shoulder, I'll Walk through the fire • with you guys. When you're by yourself, it's a little scary. (79:45) • Well, if we don't make it, at least we'll all die together. (80:35) • I'd rather die with my bro's, than die alone. (80:44) Socials: -- IG: Warfare Movie — Movies releases April 11th in theaters near you Support TNQ - IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 -  https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - WARFARE IN THEATERS     - shipsticks.com/TNQ    - Navyfederal.org           - Robinhood.com/gold    - strawberry.me/TNQ    - stopboxusa.com {TNQ}    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]   -  kalshi.com/TNQ    - PXG.com/TNQ   -  joinbilt.com/TNQ    - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - greenlight.com/TNQ   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ   - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - qualialife.com/TNQ [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ   - Shopify.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]

From 03/18 Hour 3: Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland join The Sports Junkies (in studio) to preview "Warfare".

03/18 Hour 3: Ray Mendoza and Alex Garland In Studio - 1:00 Junks Anticipate “Warfare” Will Crush In Theaters - 19:00 Bracket Season Is Upon Us - 34:00