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Platoon Leader is a american film of genre Drama directed by Aaron Norris released in USA on 1 october 1988 with Michael Dudikoffi
Platoon Leader (1988)
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Add to a movie listReleased in USA 1 october 1988
Length 1h37
Directed by Aaron Norris
OriginUSA
Themes Political films
Rating53%
Platoon Leader is a 1988 Cannon Films film set in the Vietnam War and directed by Aaron Norris; it starred Michael Dudikoff and Michael DeLorenzo and was filmed in South Africa.
The film is about a newly commissioned infantry lieutenant who arrives in Vietnam to take over his first platoon. He finds he has to prove himself and earn the trust of the enlisted men if he is to lead them.
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The movie begins with Lt. Jeffrey Knight, a new officer from West Point, being airlifted to an outpost in Vietnam. When he arrives, he meets his platoon, a group of tough witted veterans of the war. Platoon Sergeant McNamara explains to Knight that the platoon does not need a leader that follows rules. Lt. Knight's actions are also frowned upon by all of his men except for Pvt. Parker, the radio officer.Actors
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