BrianSez's Review

Summary - OK 2.5

The story of the Tuskegee airmen is a great one; both from the perspective of a racial struggle as well as a tale of proving yourself on the field of battle. Unfortunately, Red Tails takes an inspiring story and delivers it in an uninspiring way. No, it wasn’t horrible. Lots of high-flying action, taking it to the bad guys, wartime guy bonding, and even a love story. But given today’s expectations of big screen blow-you-away impact, heavy dramatics, and big stars; Red Tails feels more like an old school B-side war movie. You will definitely enjoy it if you are a war movie fan, just don’t expect to impressed using today’s standards.

Acting - OK 2.5

I don’t have much to add to Wick’s breakout of the actors, but I was a little disappointed that Cuba Gooding Jr and Terence Howard didn’t deliver more. My MVA award goes to David Oyelowo for his role as the most irreverent character ‘Lightning’.

Film - OK 2.5

It was interesting to me that Lucas helped finance ‘Red Tails’, but only directed the re-shoots. I wonder if this would have been more of a blockbuster if he signed up for the whole deal like was originally intended.

Edge - Tame 1.3

Reality - Glib 1.3

1 Comment

• Wick Jan 29, 2012 9:39PM

  Regarding BrianSez’s Review
  Interesting take on Lucas’ role. I didn’t realize he only directed the re-shoots.

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