Sgt. Maj. Plumley- as played by Sam Elliott (strong language)

[oleheat]

Here's the real man, himself- he is still with us!

From every account, Sam Elliott's potrayal wasn't that far off of the truth. The Sgt. Major had truly "been there- done that". We all love "The Gunny", R. Lee Ermey in Full Metal Jacket- that goes without saying. Elliott's role as Army Sgt. Major Basil L. Plumley is also one of my all-time favorites, as well. He played the role to the max. Some of the greatest lines in the history of war films, IMHO....

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[Ben Segrest]

That man needs one of these

ETA: Damnit, the stupid language filter screwed up my link! How about this one

 

[Cat]

We were Soldiers is one of my dedicated iPod/iPhone movies. I swap a few out as necessary but that one stays. He provided an excellent amount of comic relief in a very moving film.

I think it's also a very special movie. As far as I know, and by listening to the "making of" feature, based on everyone's interviews it was very accurate. That was the very first movie I came across as having that much approval from those who are still living. It was their story.

I have the book and I've read parts of it, the full title is "We Were Soldiers Once, and Young"

 

[oleheat]

I can't think of anyone who would have played that role better than Sam Elliott. You just can't help but like that guy's work....

 

[Cat]

Sam Elliott played the old mastiff in Marmaduke. I think that was the only real laugh I got out of the whole movie. Cute overall, but nothing worth the price of a movie ticket.