Gardens of Stone (DVD, 2002)

I bought the movie for the good old fashion acting and the real drama of conflict of the war and warrior's that want to be. The VA hospital always had this one checked out where ever I went. A must see, for the younger generations.

I served in the 3rd US Infantry (The Old Guard) during the filming of this movie. I love watching this movie as many of my old friends have bit parts. As you can imagine, it's very nostalgic for me. There are great performances from James Caan, Anjelica Houston and James Earl Jones. Unfortunately, the lead role played by D.B. Sweeney, falls a little flat. I thought that part could have been cast better - but then, I was a little too close to the action to really be a fair judge.

There could have been a movie made about the behind the scenes stuff that went on to make this movie... Francis Ford Coppola's nephew was killed boating on the Potomac. James Caan and our battalion Sergeant Major had a few run-ins while James Caan was training for the part and much, much more.

Anyway, much love to my Old Guard brethren. I miss you guys!

This is an excellent movie with a great cast that no one has seen. It's a Vietnam war movie, but it's more of a story of relationships. My wife even loved it!

Great Movie, One of my all time favorites. Outstanding performances by James Caan and James Earl Jones....Yum Yum Yum Said the big hungry lion