A fresh perspective on warfare has arrived, particularly relevant given current anxieties about automation replacing human jobs—an area that extends to military operations as well. While robots aren't present, the film explores a conflict waged from afar, where soldiers don’t require the same level of physical conditioning, and even individuals with gaming expertise can contribute. It depicts a scenario where warfare involves minimal casualties and can be achieved before any large-scale offensive begins. Coming from the South African director known for 'Ender's Game,' this film shares thematic similarities but portrays a realistic, contemporary situation. Initially, I wondered if it was a remake of the Hong Kong film with the same title. We’ve previously witnessed drone attacks in movies, but they were usually brief; this movie focuses entirely on the mechanics of drone missions, presented with considerable detail. A powerful line stands out: "Never tell a soldier that he does not know the cost of war." I found it to be an exceptionally strong film, and I hope a sequel is made—it has the potential to become historically significant. The performances weren't necessarily physically impressive; instead, the actors conveyed their roles through presence and dialogue. There were many exciting moments and memorable lines, particularly Alan Rickman’s concluding remarks. This served as his final role, and he delivered an outstanding performance, consistent with his usual standard. Even though Abdi’s part was limited, it carried considerable weight, as did Helen Mirren's, while Aaron Paul and the others were satisfactory. The narrative itself was well-constructed, although I felt some aspects leaned too heavily into sentimentality. The principle that "all's fair in love and war" applies; you can’t create a film designed to appease terrorists or their supporters. Aside from that minor issue, it feels like a true achievement and is definitely worth seeing. 8/10

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