Movietime: could not walk away

Last month, 'Born On the 4th of July' aired on HBO.

I own this movie on VHS, and can watch it at my convenience. In spite of that
fact, it's difficult for me to walk away from the television when this movie is being shown.

In my humble, it is the only 'Tom Cruise movie' that even attempts to challenge his acting ability. Before 'Born On the 4th of July', it would be a stretch to say that the man could act at all.
Great direction makes quite the diff, as does a superb supporting cast.

One word movie review: riveting.
(read: I'm riveted to the set when it's on)