Surviving The 'Nam...

Rating: 9/10 (22 September 1998)

Platoon is an Oliver Stone masterpiece. Great performances by Willem Dafoe and Tom Berenger playing two sergeants with different ideas in how to survive in the 'Nam. They represent father figures to Charlie Sheen's character, a "new cherry" who just arrives in Vietnam. They both struggle to take control of him. Gripping battle scenes greatly contribute to this film, making it one of the best war films to date. Platoon is a must for any video library. It is enjoyable viewing after viewing. Truly a masterpiece by Stone.