Episode notes
This is a film review of Oliver Stone's timeless war drama, Platoon, made in 1986, starring Charlie Sheen, Willem Defoe, Johnny Depp and Tom Berenger, filmed in the Philippines over 55 grueling days, yet intended to take place in the Vietnam war. It is a classic, and has been accredited with being one of the greatest depictions of war. It was written and directed by Stone, based upon his autobiographical journey during the Vietnam war.
Keywords
War, destruction, Charlie Sheen