Superb, realistic account of the war in Vietnam

Rating: Null/10 (18 December 2002)

My opinion of this movie is based purely on its realistic and visual merit. Its genuinely authentic portrayal of the Vietnam War is second to none. In my estimation this film captures the Vietnam War's frenzied atmosphere better than any other film. It is my understanding that most people consider Platoon, Apocalypse Now, Coming Home, The Deer Hunter, Hamburger Hill, Full Metal Jacket, Good Morning Vietnam, and Born on the 4th of July as the best movies about Vietnam. These are all excellent movies, however, I feel The Killing Fields is the best of the bunch.