Beasts of No Nation

Audiences primarily experience intense sadness and empathy for Agu's tragic journey as a child soldier, coupled with disturbing and anxious feelings due to the explicit, visceral depiction of war. Fear and anger are prominent responses to the violence and injustice, while a pervasive melancholy reflects the shattered innocence. Despite the bleakness, there are minor elements of hope and inspiration from Agu's resilience, alongside anticipation for his fate and occasional relief from the relentless brutality.