I like how the climactic scene between Douglas and Sheen is shot without cuts, with the camera moving from person to person, keeping the tension going. There are some predictable plot turns and character arcs, but altogether Stone keeps the excitement going. Oliver Stone made a great choice casting the father-and-son team, since the tension in their scenes feels very authentic.
I love the scenes between him and his father Martin Sheen, who plays his father in the film. Sheen gives a fine multi-dimensional performance. So did Charlie Sheen, who is actually the star of the film despite the fact that most people remember "Wall Street" for Douglas as Gordon Gecko. I wouldn't necessarily say he deserved an Oscar, but he did a fine job nonetheless.
Douglas is always a joy to watch, and makes a suave yet slimy villain. I can see why she didn't like playing that role. The characters are interesting and richly developed, with the exception of Darryl Hannah's underwritten character.
Reviewed by Karl Meyers 8 / 10 Deeply felt!