Well checked Gung Ho. But leaves questions.

Rating: 5/10 (6 August 2014)

For fans of the "Special Forces" genre this film is a must see. What can not be overlooked is the attention to detail by the films director with regard to environment, equipment and the realities of military life both in and out of the combat zone for operational Navy Seal teams.
However the film does leave some questions in mind. Without doubt the film goes along way to establishing the exemplary credentials of those selected to serve as Navy Seals. Displaying honestly and admirably their physical fortitude under pressure. That all said, if I where a senior commander within the U.S. Navy. I am not entirely certain that I would be happy that the film presents this particular branch of the U.S. military's special forces in a particularly good light.
Based on a true story about a past Navy Seal mission in Afghanistan. Whether the storyline itself is factually correct and accurately represents the decision making that led to the ultimate conclusion of this story or not. What the film does go a long way in doing, is presenting some of the Navy's finest as being a bit too much brawn and not a great deal of brain.
For fans of the genre all the usual foundations are there. Brotherhood, camaraderie and sheer grit against the blackest of outcomes. There is even the shining example that the struggle is worthwhile and some genuinely touching examples from the real world of the Navy Seals.
But to the viewer it does leave those questions.............. All the gear and no idea.