One of many big stars in, “A Bridge Too Far,” but for me, one of his most memorable performances as an NCO going the distance for the life of his captain - based on the real story of Charles Dohun.
He was great in Thief!
U.S. medical colonel (Arthur Hill) : You scared the shit out of me, you stupid bastard.
SSgt. Eddie Dohun (Cann): You did a fine job yourself, sir, if it makes you feel any better.
U.S. medical colonel : You’re goddamn right it does.
I saw it for the first time at the Hahn AB theatre in 1977. It had been less than a year since I completed Airborne School at Fort Benning (I will ALWAYS CALL IT FORT BENNING!!!).
Ryan O'Neal was cast in the role of BG James Gavin, CO of the 82nd Airborne Division. The movie captured how BG Gavin was injured on his jump, by showing him opening his legs just before landing, a big no no. The one thing I learned at Jump School was to always keep your feet and knees together.
At that moment, I let out a very audible gasp, drawing the attention of those around me. lol