Fury is a war film that works better in selective moments than it does as one complete whole. There is very little in the way of a structured narrative, more of a succession of tank battles padded by more intimate dramatic scenes. Writer/Director David Ayer's screenplay doesn't give star Brad Pitt much to do other than to convey stoic strength, leaving much of the dramatic heavy lifting to supporting players Shia Labeouf and Jon Bernthal, both of whom are excellent. The action is fairly constant, the violence is shocking and there are multiple powerful moments. The film doesn't really bother with a deeper analysis of war beyond "that it's hell" and as a result, should not be regarded in the upper echelon of war classics. Yet it remains an entertaining and somewhat original take on a war that's been Hollywooded to death. It's not Patton, nor is it The Line Red Line or Saving Private Ryan but it is still worthwhile.
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