Platoon is a war movie directed by Oliver Stone. It is set during the Vietnam War and follows a young soldier who is torn between the two sergeants in his platoon, one representing good and the other evil. The movie depicts the brutality and moral ambiguity of war, as well as the camaraderie and bonds formed between soldiers. Platoon won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and is considered one of the most realistic and impactful war movies ever made.