Good Morning, Vietnam (1987)
Average Rating: 7.4/10
Reviews Counted: 37
Fresh: 33 | Rotten: 4
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Average Rating: 9/10
Critic Reviews: 5
Fresh: 4 | Rotten: 1
No consensus yet.
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Average Rating: 3.5/5
User Ratings: 113,416
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The film begins in 1965, when disc jockey Adrian Cronauer (Robin Williams) is assigned to take over the AFR's Saigon radio broadcasts. In contrast to the dull, by-rote announcers that have preceded him, Cronauer is a bundle of dynamite, heralding each broadcast with a loud "Goooooood morning, Vietnaaaaam," playing whatever records tickle his fancy (even those not officially sanctioned by his hidebound superiors), and indulging in wild flights of improvisational fancy. Cronauer's immediate
Dec 23, 1987 Wide
Nov 10, 1998
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Cast
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Robin Williams
Adrian Cronauer -
Forest Whitaker
Edward Garlick -
Tung Thanh Tran
Tuan -
Chintara Sukapatana
Trinh -
Bruno Kirby
Lt. Steven Hauk -
Robert Wuhl
Marty Lee Dreiwitz -
J.T. Walsh
Sgt. Major Dickerson -
Noble Willingham
Gen. Taylor -
Juney Smith
Phil McPherson -
Richard Portnow
Dan The Man Levitan -
Floyd Vivino
Eddie Kirk -
Cu Ba Nguyen
Jimmy Wah saloon owner -
Danny Aiello
MP -
Richard Edson
Private Abersold -
J.J.
MP #2 -
Peter Mackenzie
Sgt. at Jimmy Wah's -
James McIntire
Sgt. at Jimmy Wah's -
Don Stanton
Censor #2 -
Ralph Tabakin
Chaplain Noel -
Greg Knight
Convoy Soldier -
Sangad Sangkao
Viet Cong Leader in Jun... -
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All Critics (37) | Top Critics (5) | Fresh (35) | Rotten (5) | DVD (25)
From the start, the film bowls you over with excitement and for those who can latch on, it's a nonstop ride.
Top CriticOffering only hackneyed insights into the war, the film makes for stodgy drama. But Williams' manic monologues behind the mike are worth anybody's money.
Make no mistake about it: Mr. Williams's performance, though it's full of uproarious comedy, is the work of an accomplished actor. ''Good Morning, Vietnam'' is one man's tour de force.
It hardly delivers on the promise of giving us the pure, undiluted Williams -- Williams at his best. What's more, it's not even close to being his best movie. It's not even close to being good.
Good Morning, Vietnam proved that Robin Williams could act and be hilariously funny in the same film.
Robin Williams at his scatalogical finest.
Levinson serio-comedy about Vietnam is first and foremost a star vehicle for comedian Robin Williams, who gives a manic, highly-charged performance as the real-life dj Adrian Cronauer in the early years of the War.
A perfect showcase for Robin Williams.
Good Morning Vietnam remains one of my favorite films about the Vietnam war because of its comedic take and ability to slip into real drama when needed.
a story about a mere class clown becoming a man at the gates of Hell.
A superb example of the seamless blending of comedy, drama and an actor looking to branch out and test new waters.
If you haven't seen this one in a while, definitely consider picking it up again. I think it's a better film today than it was 18 years ago.
When the movie ventures into plot, it becomes melodramatic and close to maudlin. When it stays on the airwaves, it's far more engaging.
When Williams is on, the movie can be fairly funny; when he's not, it's too somber for its own good.
Audience Reviews for Good Morning, Vietnam
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- Adrian Cronauer: It's gonna be hot and wet! That's nice if you're with a lady, but it ain't no good if you're in the jungle.
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- Adrian Cronauer: What's the difference between the Cub scouts & the Army? EEEERRRRRRRRRRRRNNNNNT! Cub Scouts don't have heavy artillery.
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- Adrian Cronauer: Where ya from?
- Convoy Soldier: I'm from Cleveland!
- Adrian Cronauer: Oh, really? So,Viet-nam's not that big a change for ya?
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- Marty Lee Dreiwitz: [to French-Vietnamese bar girl] Hi, I'm William Holden...
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- Edward Garlick: No, Phil, he's not all right. A man does not refer to Pat Boone as a beautiful genius if things are all right.
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- Adrian Cronauer: [Lt. Steven Hauk uses Army jargon to refer to a press conference to be given by former Vice-President Nixon] Excuse me, sir. Seeing as how the V.P. is such a V.I.P., shouldn't we keep the P.C. on the Q.T.? 'Cause if it leaks to the V.C. he could end up M.I.A., and then we'd all be put out in K.P.
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The film isn't 100% original, and it really strays from the truth, but it is still a very effective dramedy that is well acted and very entertaining.
Robin Williams is a perfect fit here for Cronauer, and he really does give an inspired performance that features tons of his trademark improvisational skills, as well as shades of his more dramatic side. Besides being a hit with the troops, and a thorn in the side of his superiors, Cronauer really gets in the thick of the Vietnam War, and learns some valuable life lessons as a result.
The film thankfully isn't too preachy, and the notable supporting cast is pretty top notch too, with my favorites being Forest Whitaker and Robert Wuhl. The music is great, the film is pretty well shot, and it's not boring, despite being somewhat on the nose.
The main issues I have is how loosely adapted it is, and the fact that the film is really unbalanced as far as the tone is concerned, the fact that the film is quite awkwardly sequenced at times.
Overall, this is a good and engaging movie, so, despite the flaws, give it a watch.