In "Primitive War", the on-screen mayhem is undeniable, with Green Berets battling dinosaurs in a Vietnam-set nightmare that defies logic. Directed at viewers who crave military action, gore, and prehistoric creatures, this adaptation of Ethan Pettus's 2017 novel is unapologetically formulaic but strangely captivating.
The film, shot in Australia, boasts an Australian cast with some American actors, ostensibly set in Vietnam during the late 1960s. However, the real enemy isn't just the Viet Cong; it's a sinister scientific experiment that brings forth an army of dinosaurs, wreaking havoc on anyone who dares to enter their jungle domain.
As Colonel Jericho assembles an elite team, known as the Vulture Squad, led by Sgt Ryan Baker, the stage is set for a battle royale. While the grunts in Baker's unit vary in intelligence quotient, their ineptitude serves only to heighten the absurdity of their predicament. The plot is predictably repetitive, but it's this very predictability that makes "Primitive War" strangely watchable.
The film's reliance on firepower ensures that dialogue and background music are frequently drowned out by gunfire, a clever narrative device in an otherwise formulaic story. Music plays a pivotal role here as well, with some unmistakable needle drops from Creedence Clearwater Revival – a clear attempt to evoke the spirit of 1960s America.
However, it's the visual effects that fall short, with dinosaurs appearing rather plasticky, especially during full-daylight sequences. The production seems more invested in gore and visceral moments than convincing creature design. Nevertheless, the film's cheerful cheesiness remains undiminished, making "Primitive War" a delightfully absurd viewing experience for those who revel in this brand of on-screen mayhem.
The film, shot in Australia, boasts an Australian cast with some American actors, ostensibly set in Vietnam during the late 1960s. However, the real enemy isn't just the Viet Cong; it's a sinister scientific experiment that brings forth an army of dinosaurs, wreaking havoc on anyone who dares to enter their jungle domain.
As Colonel Jericho assembles an elite team, known as the Vulture Squad, led by Sgt Ryan Baker, the stage is set for a battle royale. While the grunts in Baker's unit vary in intelligence quotient, their ineptitude serves only to heighten the absurdity of their predicament. The plot is predictably repetitive, but it's this very predictability that makes "Primitive War" strangely watchable.
The film's reliance on firepower ensures that dialogue and background music are frequently drowned out by gunfire, a clever narrative device in an otherwise formulaic story. Music plays a pivotal role here as well, with some unmistakable needle drops from Creedence Clearwater Revival – a clear attempt to evoke the spirit of 1960s America.
However, it's the visual effects that fall short, with dinosaurs appearing rather plasticky, especially during full-daylight sequences. The production seems more invested in gore and visceral moments than convincing creature design. Nevertheless, the film's cheerful cheesiness remains undiminished, making "Primitive War" a delightfully absurd viewing experience for those who revel in this brand of on-screen mayhem.
I mean I'm all about the action & dinosaurs, but the plot is literally formulaic 
. But at the same time, it works? Like I don't know, maybe it's because they're so bad at following rules that it kinda becomes good? 
The Vulture Squad is literally the most incompetent team of soldiers EVER 
. The special effects are a bit meh tho 
, especially when they're out in daylight 
. But hey, it's not like I was expecting some Oscar-winning masterpiece or anything 
. It's just a fun, mindless romp 
!
, dinosaurs in vietnam is just plain stupid, like what's next? aliens? the special effects are straight outta bad 80s action flick 
, like watching a trainwreck that you don't wanna look away from. gotta give 'em props for keeping it gory tho 
like who wouldn't want to watch Green Berets fighting dinosaurs in Vietnam lol? 
I love how the film leans into its absurdity - it's like they're saying "we know this is ridiculous, let's just roll with it" 
. But at the same time, it feels like they could've taken some more risks and made something truly memorable 
I mean, who needs realistic CGI when you can just go big or go home? It's basically a fun guilty pleasure if you ask me. 
. And that soundtrack? 
Creedence Clearwater Revival all the way, baby! 
.