Good Morning,
Vietnam is a 1987 war comedy movie set in Saigon in 1965 during the
Vietnam War. The radio phrase, “Good Morning, Vietnam,” sticks with you, and
the radio show is one you’ll listen to with excitement and joy as you watch
Robin Williams marvel at the mic with silky-smooth talks that’ll make you wish
you could do the same.
The movie’s plot is loosely based on the experiences of AFRS radio DJ Adrian
Cronauer.
It stands out as
a wonderful comedy and a thrilling war drama, and Williams’ chaotic comic
relief during a disastrous war is something you have to see to appreciate.
His character
acts on impulse, meeting everything head-on, and it makes you wish you could
meet the real Adrian Cronauer. If he really acted like Williams portrayed him,
then he must be a cool guy. If not, I bet he wishes he were just as cool as
Robin makes him out to be. Not only does the movie boast Williams’ mastery, but
it’s also filled with a wonderful cast.
The movie’s plot
revolves around a radio station in Saigon, Vietnam, where American soldiers can
tune in and catch up with what’s going on around the globe and back home.
Airman Adrian
Cronauer is brought in to host a comedy segment in the radio station’s daily
broadcast—a task he was born to do.
Adrian not only delivers a memorable performance but also makes some of his
superiors jealous with his carefree, loud, and quick-witted personality. He
becomes a source of inspiration for the men in the field, giving them something
they weren’t used to.
Adrian also
makes friends with the locals, which is frowned upon by some of the other
soldiers. While his friendship is nice, it may actually be his downfall.
This is a movie
showcasing the late Robin Williams at his best as he hosts a radio show, much
of which was improvised. Williams gained numerous accolades for the movie,
including a Golden Globe Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role and nominations
for Best Actor at the Academy Awards and BAFTA.
The movie is
ranked 100 on AFI’s 100 Years...100 Laughs list, and it was a
critical and commercial success, making over $123 million from a $13
million production budget. This is one of the late Robin Williams’ best films,
and if you haven’t seen it, you should.
He showcased masterclass acting.
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