Although he made his mark on Platoon, when I think of Tom Berenger, I think of him in this role. I really can't think of someone who would be better.
shareYa this and Platoon. He defiantly is really good for a military role. Similiar to like Micheal Bien but more badass.
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Shoot To Kill was actually a great movie IMHO. The banter between Berenger and Sidney Poitier is priceless, and the story had some unique twist and turns.
In a way, Shoot To Kill is related to Sniper: Berenger is the rugged, no BS, self-reliant type while Poitier is the college educated, big-city type who thinks he can't live without his hi-tech gimmicks. Remember Berenger's face when he sees Poitier trying to pack a bunch of foot warmers? Classic!
Berenger was also great in Major League, but I think I agree that in Platoon he was larger than life. Prob his best performance.
Teddy Roosevelt in Rough Riders
Also loved him in The Big Chill.
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IMO He was good in The Substitute too...
Prostitute: What the *beep* are you doing?
Johnny: I'm gonna kill a bunch of people.
I was expecting something tacky but he did a great job.
Not a sniper myself but he nailed the bearing and attitude.
Dumb plot sending a "qualified" spotter.