Septembre 1967 : Chris Taylor, dix‐neuf ans, rejoint la compagnie Bravo du 25ème régiment d’infanterie, près de la frontière cambodgienne. Chris, issu d’une famille bourgeoise s’est engagé volontairement et, plein d’idéal entend bien servir son pays. Mais la réalité est tout autre et ses illusions vont tomber les unes après les autres. Il sera également témoin de la rivalité sanglante qui oppose deux officiers qu’il admire.
- Diable Hautain5 octobre 2026Platoon undoubtedly was a major movie upon its release as the first film to seriously reassess the Vietnam War. Unfortunately, it feels rather dated today. Beyond its realistic depiction of the horrors of war, I found little for a non-American viewer to really grasp: much of the film's emotional weight is tied to the American experience of Vietnam. On the side, I liked the idea of putting an average man at the center of the story. Caught between necessary violence and morality, Taylor embodies the viewer's journey. Lastly, a great performance by Dafoe: what a smile!
- Zokkiie24 septembre 2026One of those war movies that just gets it right. The whole thing feels dirty, exhausting and completely chaotic, and I really like that the combat never feels clean or heroic. Oliver Stone puts you right down in the jungle with these guys, and you can feel how the heat, lack of sleep and constant fear slowly wear them down. Willem Dafoe and Tom Berenger are both fantastic, Charlie Sheen works really well as the young soldier caught in the middle, and the rest of the cast is great too. The soundtrack is also perfect. There’s not much of a traditional plot, which might be a criticism for some people, but I think it works because the movie is more about the experience and the people than getting from one plot point to another. Some of the characters are a little broad, and a few moments push the drama pretty hard, but it never bothered me. Brutal, tense, atmospheric and incredibly immersive. One of my favorite war movies and easily one of the best films about Vietnam.
- Pissed Off Papa21 juillet 2025When this first came out in Modesto, Ca. A Viet Nam Vet walked out of the theater crying, he stated to the media, that it was just too real, like being back in the Nam. I have watched this movie repeatedly and will continue to watch it. This movie has a great selection of Actors and the directing and writing is top notch. I am only 59 born in 66 when Viet Nam started heating up, but yet my collection of books and movies are all about Viet Nam. I have one relative still alive who served and one day he actually pulled out his photo album and showed me his pix from the 101st Airborne, he was stationed on a firebase manning 105 Howitzers. It was the first time he ever showed anyone that album and talked about it. When you see a Viet Nam Vet, don't say THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE... because the majority of our Vets were drafted. Instead give them something they never got.... WELCOME HOME BROTHER. They were called baby killers and had blood and paint thrown on them, they still deserve a Welcome Home.
- Cubane27 juillet 2026Another stop on the "Vietnam War = Bad" film tour. Though this one is directed by a guy who was actually there, so one can trust that he gets the idea. Unfortunately I found the narrative to be predictable enough to be distracting. You get the message pretty early on that the film is going to be a slow march to perdition, and that's exactly what happens. I actually burst out laughing at the utterly saccharine melodrama of some scenes, which were meant to be sincere. I walked away simply thinking it was a missed opportunity. There is an excellent commentary on Vietnam and the US military as a whole in this movie, but it gets a bit lost in the sauce of soap opera along the way.
- Mike Martins29 septembre 2025Oliver Stone’s Platoon is one of the most powerful and unflinching war films ever made. Based on Stone’s own experiences in Vietnam, it strips away the glamour of combat and shows the raw, brutal reality of life in the jungle. Unlike earlier war movies that often leaned on patriotism or spectacle, Platoon is gritty, human, and emotionally devastating. Charlie Sheen delivers a career-defining performance as Chris Taylor, a young soldier thrown into the chaos of Vietnam. The film’s heart lies in the clash between Sgt. Elias (Willem Dafoe) and Sgt. Barnes (Tom Berenger), two men who embody opposite sides of morality and survival. Their conflict—between compassion and ruthlessness—mirrors the soul of the platoon itself. The film’s visuals are haunting, from the claustrophobic jungle ambushes to the iconic slow-motion shot of Elias’s death. Combined with Samuel Barber’s Adagio for Strings, these moments elevate Platoon from a war film into a tragic meditation on humanity. Verdict: Brutal, honest, and unforgettable—Platoon is not just a film, but a testament to the costs of war. Five stars. --- 🎖️ “Did You Know?” Trivia Director’s Experience: Oliver Stone served in Vietnam, making him the first Vietnam veteran to direct a major Hollywood film about the war. Boot Camp: Stone put the cast through a 2-week military-style boot camp in the Philippines to toughen them up and make their performances authentic. Casting Choices: Charlie Sheen wasn’t the first choice—Emilio Estevez (his brother) was originally considered for the lead role. Willem Dafoe’s Role: The iconic scene of Sgt. Elias’s death became one of the most famous war film images of all time, often parodied but still deeply respected. Oscar Glory: The film won 4 Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director, cementing its place in film history.
- beavisandbutthead11 juillet 2026green goblin is in this
- flavo4316 décembre 2025Platoon is one of the most powerful and uncompromising war dramas ever made, offering a raw, personal view of the Vietnam War through the eyes of newly arrived volunteer Chris Taylor. Oliver Stone’s film strips away heroism and replaces it with exhaustion, fear, moral ambiguity, and brutality, reflecting the extremes many American soldiers endured during the conflict. The jungle becomes a pressure cooker where ideology, survival, and sanity collide. The opposing figures of Sgt. Barnes and Sgt. Elias embody the moral fracture within the unit, forcing Taylor—and the audience—to confront the cost of violence and the erosion of humanity in war. The film is unapologetically violent, sadistic at times, and deeply confronting, never allowing comfort or distance from the horrors depicted. Yet beneath the chaos lies a fragile sense of reflection and growth. The ending offers a small measure of hope: unlike many, Taylor survives, changed forever but able to leave. Platoon doesn’t glorify war—it exposes it, and that honesty is what makes it enduring.
- Massimo Barbero Pini18 mai 2026Oliver Stone at his finest. The film remains highly relevant to this day, anchored by a stellar performance from Willem Dafoe.
- DrMonocle12 mars 2026just good
- James Griffiths28 octobre 2025Epic movie, awesome acting off some big names names looking very young
- christopherbiddle89119 novembre 2025I still can't find Johnny Depp. But it was still a pretty good movie.
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Platoon a été publié sur 19 décembre 1986.
Platoon a été réalisé par Oliver Stone.
Platoon sa durée est de 1h 59min.
Platoon a été réalisé par Arnold Kopelson.
Septembre 1967 : Chris Taylor, dix‐neuf ans, rejoint la compagnie Bravo du 25ème régiment d’infanterie, près de la frontière cambodgienne. Chris, issu d’une famille bourgeoise s’est engagé volontairement et, plein d’idéal entend bien servir son pays. Mais la réalité est tout autre et ses illusions vont tomber les unes après les autres. Il sera également témoin de la rivalité sanglante qui oppose deux officiers qu’il admire.
Les personnages principaux de * Platoon * sont Chris Taylor (Charlie Sheen), Sergeant Elias Grodin (Willem Dafoe), Sergeant Robert 'Bob' Barnes (Tom Berenger).
Platoon est classé « 12 ».
Platoon est un film de l’Drame, Guerre, Action.
Platoon a obtenu une note de 9.3 /10 de la part du public.
Platoon disposait d'un budget de 6 M $US.
Platoon a rapporté 138,5 M $US au box-office.