Review of Good Morning, Vietnam (1987) by Patrick M — 15 Aug 2011

A truly Brilliant comedy, very few films can make me belly laugh as much as this film did, with the exception of the life of Brian and In the loop.

This review of Good Morning, Vietnam (1987) was written by Patrick M on 15 Aug 2011.

Good Morning, Vietnam has generally received positive reviews.

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