Added to Netflix on Tuesday, Jan 2, 2024 War Dogs tells the story of two young men, David Packouz and Efraim Diveroli, who exploit a little-known government initiative that allows small businesses to bid on U.S. Military contracts. Starting small, they begin raking in big money and living the high life. However, the pair gets in over their heads when they land a 300 million dollar deal to arm the Afghan Military—a deal that puts them in business with some very shady people, not the least of which turns out to be the U.S. Government itself.
Length: 1h 54m
Genre: Biographical Crime Drama, Comedy
This Title is: Satirical and Dark
“War Dogs” IS STREAMING TODAY ON Netflix IN CANADA!
Trailer
Cast
- Miles Teller as David Packouz
- Jonah Hill as Efraim Diveroli
- Bradley Cooper as Henry Girard
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – for language throughout, drug use, and some sexual references
Content warnings include strong language, drug use, and scenes of violence and war.
Trivia
- The film is based on a true story, as detailed in a Rolling Stone article titled “Arms and the Dudes.”
- Jonah Hill’s character, Efraim Diveroli, refused to meet with Hill, not wanting the film to glamorize his life.
- The film includes several scenes shot in Romania, which stand in for other locations like Albania.
Our Review
War Dogs stands out as a darkly comic and compelling tale of ambition, greed, and the vagaries of war profiteering. Teller and Hill deliver dynamic performances, capturing the recklessness and audacity of their real-life counterparts. The movie skillfully mixes humor with a critical look at the moral ambiguities of war, making it a thought-provoking experience. Its fast-paced narrative and sharp script make it an engaging watch, though it sometimes glosses over the more serious implications of its protagonists’ actions.
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