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RANGER
What the problem is, people turn on a documentary film called RANGER, and they want to see what they stereotype a Ranger as. And when it's not that, they're disappointed. Filmmakers have programmed the American audience to expect a certain thing out of a military film. Personally, I loved watching the recollections of one man about his extraordinarily military experience, touching on many of the major events of the Global War on Terror. And it ends with the acknowledgement of the personal cost to Sergeant Waterhouse.
Watch it. It's nuanced, a little reserved, and a bit personal. A++.
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-AMAZON CUSTOMER
Nguyen
Have been following him on Instagram for a while. Always wondered what this guys story was. This documentary was well done. As a Chicago resident I see first hand how the officers have changed over the years. Police used to do police work. Now they just sit in there cars and don't respond unless they are called. Or there so short staffed it takes two hours or more for officers to arrive. Its crazy time we are living in where criminals feel untouchable and people make it it seem like its ok for people to act like this. Then they go to jail and now they are the victims or they go home with an ankle monitor. Its all A joke. And the police are the villains. Everything is backwards. Happy he made it out of Chicago I hope to do the same one day for the safety of my family. Hope your message gets heard and wish you nothing but the best in your future endeavors. Thank you for your service and sorry the city of Chicago let you down. Blue deserves better.
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-AMAZON CUSTOMER
GRUNT
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Grunt is an intense, unflinching look at the Iraq War that blurs the line between documentary and personal reflection. Directed by Sean Spencer, the film immerses viewers in the harrowing experiences of Hector Bravo, a 19-year-old infantryman navigating the brutal realities of combat.
One of the film's greatest strengths is its raw authenticity. Spencer seamlessly blends real footage with deeply personal moments, giving Grunt an almost dreamlike quality-where the chaos of war is juxtaposed with Hector's quieter, more introspective thoughts. The result is a film that doesn't just show war but makes you feel its weight, both physically and emotionally.
The cinematography is both gripping and disorienting, pulling viewers into the uncertainty and adrenaline of battle. Sound design also plays a crucial role, capturing the deafening roar of explosions and the eerie silence that follows. More than just an action-packed war film, Grunt explores the psychological toll of combat, making it a deeply human story rather than just a spectacle.
If there's a flaw, it's that the film can feel relentless at times, offering little relief from the intensity. While this serves the film's purpose, some moments could have benefited from a clearer narrative thread or more breathing room to process the emotions it stirs.
Overall, Grunt is a gripping, visceral experience that stands out from traditional war documentaries. It's not just about war-it's about the young soldiers who live through it, and the ghosts they carry long after the battle ends. An 8/10 for its immersive storytelling, emotional depth, and haunting realism.
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-IMDB USER REVIEW