Good Morning, Vietnam
The wrong man. In the wrong place. At the right time.
Directed by Barry Levinson
Produced by Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners III
A high-energy comedy-drama about a charismatic radio DJ who uses humor and rock 'n' roll to connect with troops in Vietnam, while grappling with the moral weight of war and institutional resistance.
A disk jockey goes to Vietnam to work for the Armed Forces Radio Service. While he becomes popular among the troops, his superiors disapprove of his humor.
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Is Good Morning, Vietnam easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 62% of films.
Is Good Morning, Vietnam scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
Does Good Morning, Vietnam end with hope? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Good Morning, Vietnam sad? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
Is Good Morning, Vietnam violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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