{
  "id": 9149804,
  "title": "Heart of the Beast Review: Brad Pitt and His Combat Dog Go Ruffin' It in the Wild",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/22/heart-of-the-beast-review-brad-pitt-and-his-combat-dog-go-ruffin-it",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-22T13:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "IGN",
    "slug": "ign",
    "url": "https://www.ign.com/articles/heart-of-the-beast-review-brad-pitt"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Brad Pitt stars in the new survival drama, Heart of the Beast, as retired Green Beret James Belmont, who teams up with his combat dog, Odin, to navigate the wilds of Alaska following a plane crash. Pitt delivers a strong performance, but it's Odin, a real-life former US Army combat dog with physical injuries, who truly steals the show. Odin, whose real name is Uber, suffers from PTSD like his owner and is even seen with a prosthetic leg. The film opens with Odin's soulful face, and the narrative largely focuses on their bond as they face various survival challenges, including navigating the terrain, enduring severe injuries, battling wildlife, and enduring harsh weather conditions. The movie, directed by David Ayer and written by Cameron Alexander, is emotionally engaging, with both Brad Pitt and Odin showcasing their emotional connection, making the audience invested in their journey. Despite some unnecessary flashbacks to their combat experiences, the film's direction, cinematography, and score are commendable.",
  "summary": "Heart of the Beast is a gripping wilderness survival film that will work especially well on dog lovers and those who like to see Brad Pitt get beaten up.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}