Good Morning, Vietnam Reviews

1988

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70
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In 1965, there isn't much for military personnel serving in Vietnam to smile about--that is, until deejay Adrian Cronauer (Robin Williams) takes to the airwaves. In GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM, which is based on a true story, Cronauer is a nonconformist with a wicked sense of humor who is transferred from Crete to Saigon. Outrageous .. Read more

Starring	Robin Williams, Forest Whitaker, Robert Wuhl, Tung Thanh Tran
Director	Barry Levinson
Genres	Comedy, Drama

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Critics' reviews (6) of Good Morning, Vietnam
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Robin Williams received an Oscar nomination for giving here what is essentially a stand-up comedy performance. He plays a motormouth disc jockey sent to Vietnam to entertain the GIs, but, in the event, adds rather more salt, pepper and hot sauce to the place than the military brass would have preferred. Based on the case of a real US armed forces DJ, the film is distinctive for being Hollywood's first Vietnam comedy and among the first movies to treat the Vietnamese themselves as real people. The action loses its way, however, whenever the film tries to get serious, but when Williams is behind the studio mike, it offers a decent showcase for his virtuosic talents. If Williams is not to your taste, there's still the superb 1960s soundtrack to enjoy.
- Radio Times
- Posted 29 Jan 2006
"...Exceptionally strong....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..."
- New York Times
- Posted 11 Mar 2005
"...GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM is pure Robin Williams vehicle and gives the performer his best chance yet to display his manic talent on screen. It's an impressive act..."
- Variety
- Posted 11 Mar 2005
Most helpful members' reviews (3) of Good Morning, Vietnam
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

was very funny but this story had a very deep underlineing story to tell and it was but together very well with the help off the true person portaded in this film although they made it fun to watch it was very moving and deep.I loved it from start to finish,it had me crying and laughing at the same time.
- - susie#2 from READING
  - Posted 10 Jan 2004 13:36
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Comedy ahead of its time

Adrian Cronauer appeared on American airwaves at roughly the same time that UK's Kenny Everett appeared on Radio 1. And they had a lot more in common - making up characters with zany voices to amuse and disturb listeners with a sense of humour that was a few years before its time.

Cronauer's problem was that he was recruited by the American army to broadcast to the GI's in Vietnam - an army broadcasting service that would have been far more comfortable with a watered down Jimmy Young than Kenny Everett. So Cronauer - played with absolute zest by Robin Williams freed up to do pretty much whatever he wanted on set - had a tough time of Vietnam.

But the GI's loved him! You will too.
- - Marconi from N. Yorkshire
  - Posted 17 Mar 2004 15:27
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

Good

Funny and thought provoking, well acted movie on a part of the vietnam conflict you wouldn't normally consider. Worth a watch if you like Robin Williams.
- - A customer from bournemouth
  - Posted 03 Dec 2008 16:54
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Comedy ahead of its time

Adrian Cronauer appeared on American airwaves at roughly the same time that UK's Kenny Everett appeared on Radio 1. And they had a lot more in common - making up characters with zany voices to amuse and disturb listeners with a sense of humour that was a few years before its time.

Cronauer's problem was that he was recruited by the American army to broadcast to the GI's in Vietnam - an army broadcasting service that would have been far more comfortable with a watered down Jimmy Young than Kenny Everett. So Cronauer - played with absolute zest by Robin Williams freed up to do pretty much whatever he wanted on set - had a tough time of Vietnam.

But the GI's loved him! You will too.
- - Marconi from N. Yorkshire
  - Posted 17 Mar 2004 15:27
Funny in Parts

You have to be a Robin Williams fan to enjoy this movie because he does let loose in some parts. Its based in Vietnam so there is a serious part to it but as Robin Williams is a radio DJ he does go mad on the mike.
- - Leon Blackwood from Newbury Park, Ilford, Essex
  - Posted 17 Dec 2006 23:39

3 out of 3 people found this review helpful

was very funny but this story had a very deep underlineing story to tell and it was but together very well with the help off the true person portaded in this film although they made it fun to watch it was very moving and deep.I loved it from start to finish,it had me crying and laughing at the same time.
- - susie#2 from READING
  - Posted 10 Jan 2004 13:36
2 out of 2 people found this review helpful

Comedy ahead of its time

Adrian Cronauer appeared on American airwaves at roughly the same time that UK's Kenny Everett appeared on Radio 1. And they had a lot more in common - making up characters with zany voices to amuse and disturb listeners with a sense of humour that was a few years before its time.

Cronauer's problem was that he was recruited by the American army to broadcast to the GI's in Vietnam - an army broadcasting service that would have been far more comfortable with a watered down Jimmy Young than Kenny Everett. So Cronauer - played with absolute zest by Robin Williams freed up to do pretty much whatever he wanted on set - had a tough time of Vietnam.

But the GI's loved him! You will too.
- - Marconi from N. Yorkshire
  - Posted 17 Mar 2004 15:27
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful

Good

Funny and thought provoking, well acted movie on a part of the vietnam conflict you wouldn't normally consider. Worth a watch if you like Robin Williams.
- - A customer from bournemouth
  - Posted 03 Dec 2008 16:54
GREAT FILM!!!

EXCELLENT FILM ROBIN WILLIAMS IS HILARIOUS

WELL WORTH WATCHING
- - A customer from ENGLAND
  - Posted 26 Jun 2004 13:15
Old favourite

This was an old favourite of mine - I got bored waiting for it to come roound on TV again, and I wasn't disappointed. Very funny!
- - A customer from Brighton, UK
  - Posted 24 Aug 2004 19:15
A Classic

Robin Williams at his finest, an absolute must see movie. One of the finest mixtures of humour and pathos to hit the screens.
- - A customer from Cumbria, England
  - Posted 01 Feb 2006 16:32
Brilliant

Absolutely love this film. Could watch it again and again. Highly recommend it.
- - A customer from Kirriemuir, Scotland
  - Posted 19 May 2006 19:28
Not bad

The first time I saw this it felt like watching Robin Williams do a stand-up show in a uniform & it hasn't really changed. He is great in it but the film treats its subject too lightly at times for me - it works as a comedy but not a war film. Still a good film though - not much in the way of support but then Williams doesn't need much to carry this film. Nice soundtrack, too.
- - Mark Boswell from Glasgow
  - Posted 20 Jun 2006 09:10
This rocks......

Probably one of Williams best performances of this career, the comedic moments of the charater are offset by the harshness and frustration of life in the forces. But dont think this is all Williams, the stonking sound track and the strong supporting case (especially 'Garlic') make this film one of the must watch's
- - A customer from North Wales
  - Posted 09 Jul 2006 15:40
Great!

Williams at his best. Great story and acting. Well worth a watch.
- - A customer from Scotland
  - Posted 23 Sep 2006 23:23

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Critics' reviews (6)
Robin Williams received an Oscar nomination for giving here what is essentially a stand-up comedy performance. He plays a motormouth disc jockey sent to Vietnam to entertain the GIs, but, in the event, adds rather more salt, pepper and hot sauce to the place than the military brass would have preferred. Based on the case of a real US armed forces DJ, the film is distinctive for being Hollywood's first Vietnam comedy and among the first movies to treat the Vietnamese themselves as real people. The action loses its way, however, whenever the film tries to get serious, but when Williams is behind the studio mike, it offers a decent showcase for his virtuosic talents. If Williams is not to your taste, there's still the superb 1960s soundtrack to enjoy.
- Radio Times
- Posted 29 Jan 2006
"...Exceptionally strong....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..."
- New York Times
- Posted 11 Mar 2005
"...GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM is pure Robin Williams vehicle and gives the performer his best chance yet to display his manic talent on screen. It's an impressive act..."
- Variety
- Posted 11 Mar 2005
Largely a vehicle for the frenetic irreverence of Robin Williams, enjoyed by many for the 60s hits used copiously on the soundtrack.
- Halliwell's Film Guide
- Posted 02 Mar 2006
As US Armed Forces Radio DJ Adrian Cronauer, dumped in Saigon, in '65, Williams reveals how easy it is to hang a slim,... read more on Time Out
- Time Out
- Posted 04 Nov 2008
"...Williams is an extraordinary performer..."
- Sight and Sound
- Posted 11 Mar 2005