Emotional powerhouse of a movie.

Rating: 9/10 (11 April 2000)

Perhaps one of the most realistic 'Nam movies ever to emerge. I think what really astounded me was the sheer brilliance of the depicted nightmarish battle scenes. But what is especially appealing about "Platoon", I think, is the way in which Stone deglamourises war,while simultaneously giving the viewer an exhilarating, claustrophobic, and ultimately cathartic experience.In turn I felt both thrilled and horrified, emotionally evoked and saddened. Particularly moving scenes,to name a few, which the viewer can never forget, include the village, Elias' death, and the apocalyptic ending- when the perimeter is overrun. The acting too is top class. Charlie Sheen's Taylor gives a credible performance as Stone's alter ego, but especial praise must go to Tom Berenger's depiction of the war scarred Barnes, and Willem Defoe's sensitive Elias, as well as supporting roles, such as Kevin Dillon's sadistic Bunny, and Chris' big brotherly Keith David as King,all make up the tragedy and horror that was Vietnam. Put simply-A movie I WILL NEVER FORGET for as long as I live.