Excellent Film, Despite Others' Comments

Rating: 9/10 (16 February 1999)

No, Oliver Stone didn't "want to deny you the real story" behind Morrison [as another reviewer claimed]; I too have read all of the worthwhile books re: Jim Morrison, and this is exceptionally faithful.
And Kilmer is simply incredible. Central cast [Meg Ryan, Frank Whaley, Kyle MacLaclan, Kevin Dillon as Jim's wife and the rest of the Doors] is perfect, as are the odd compilation of supporting players: Mimi Rogers, Kathleen Quinlan, the always-whacked-out Crispin Glover as Andy Warhol, and bit parts by Michael Madsen, Jennifer Rubin, Will Jordan, Paul Williams, etc.
The only flaw I can see [from Stone] is the ending [featuring real-life Doors drummer John Densmore], which makes it seem as if Morrison is still alive...
As if.
3.5 of 4 Niro~Stars