"Ideas are peaceful, history is violent."


How does Fury both meet our expectations for what we expect in a combat war film and subvert them?

I maintained that it is difficult to see any of the crew reintegrating back into normal society other than Norman. Do you agree?  Why or why not?

How would you describe the relationship between Wardaddy and Norman? Is it paternal, or something different?

How did you feel watching the scene with the German women?

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