Primitive War

Set amid the late Vietnam era, a small recon squad is sent into a remote jungle valley to trace what happened to a vanished platoon. The mission quickly turns deadly as the terrain closes in and a hidden threat reveals itself. What begins as a routine search escalates into a brutal fight for survival when the team discovers that their best hope may come down to cunning, improvisation, and sheer nerve. As they push deeper, the soldiers confront a ruthless foe from another era and must decide whether escape or courage will win the day. The mission grows personal as the valley seems to resist them, revealing secrets that test loyalty, nerve, and the will to push on for survival.

Directed by Luke Sparke from an original concept by Ethan Pettus, Primitive War arrives in 2025 as a high octane blend of action and horror set in a military environment, with practical effects on set and a lean production feel.

Early critics note the film fuses war film grit with creature feature tension, highlighting leadership under fire, the bonds teammates form under pressure, and the moral costs of battle when humans face a predator. The tone balances ruthless realism with pulpy spectacle, aided by a taut soundscape and moral complexity.

Box office data has not been disclosed at this time, and it remains to be seen how the film performs in theaters and on streaming platforms, especially for genre titles chasing broad appeal while staying true to a tight budget.

Awards information is not yet available; no major nominations have been publicly announced, and early reviews will likely shape future festival consideration. If it earns nods, look for recognition of creature design, the action choreography, and sound design that conveys the chaos of combat and visual effects and practical spectacle.