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. 🔥 In This Episode, JP Covers:

✅ What Warfare got RIGHT about combat in Ramadi ✅ The key moments that brought back real memories ✅ The emotional weight of watching a story that mirrors his own experiences ✅ The truth about leadership, stress, and decision-making under fire ✅ Why the SEALs in Ramadi fought with purpose, and what that mission meant ✅ Behind-the-scenes insight into how SEAL teams actually operated in that environment ✅ Lessons that carry over from combat to business, life, and leadership today 🎬 Why This Review Is Different

Most war movie reviews come from film critics, military enthusiasts, or historians. But JP was there. He fought in that exact battle space, knew the terrain, felt the weight of combat leadership, and carried the responsibility for lives — his own, his teammates’, and the people of Ramadi.

As a former Navy SEAL sniper and point man, JP doesn’t just comment on the tactics or gear — he speaks to the mindset, the pressure, and the burden of leadership under fire.

He brings clarity to what it means to lead in chaos, to stay disciplined when everything’s on the line, and to honor those who gave everything. And most importantly, he breaks down how those lessons still apply today — whether you're in business, in your community, or just trying to be a better man. 🏅 About JP Dinnell

JP Dinnell is a combat-proven Navy SEAL, leadership instructor with Echelon Front, and the host of the JP Dinnell Podcast. He served with Task Unit Bruiser in Ramadi in 2006 — the same time and location portrayed in Warfare. He now trains leaders in business and life using the principles of Extreme Ownership developed on the battlefield and brought to the civilian world by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin. 🎥 About the Film – “Warfare” (2025)

Warfare is a hyper-realistic war drama co-directed by Alex Garland and Ray Mendoza, based on Mendoza’s personal experience as a Navy SEAL in Ramadi, Iraq. The film follows Alpha One, a SEAL platoon that took over operations in Ramadi during the height of the Iraq War. Known for its immersive, real-time storytelling and emotional intensity, the movie depicts the stress, sacrifice, and leadership required in one of the most dangerous environments in modern military history. 💬 Who Should Watch This Episode?

✔️ Veterans and active-duty military ✔️ Fans of Warfare, American Sniper, Lone Survivor, and The Outpost ✔️ Leaders in business, coaching, or personal development ✔️ Men seeking discipline, purpose, and real-world examples of courage ✔️ Anyone who wants a deeper understanding of what war really feels like 💥 Why This Matters

Movies like Warfare aim to honor those who served by portraying their sacrifice and story with accuracy. But hearing it from someone who was actually there changes everything.

JP’s review isn’t just about realism — it’s about legacy, loss, and leadership. It’s about what it means to take ownership, to lead when everything is on the line, and to never forget the cost of freedom.

"It’s not about being a war hero. It’s about honoring the men who didn’t come home and making sure we get leadership right—because lives depend on it." – JP Dinnell

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