BrianSez's Review

Summary - Great 4.0

Flight is not really about a doomed flight of an aircraft. Sure, Denzel Washington is prominently featured as a pilot who saves a plane from sure disaster — but that’s not the half of it. Instead, it’s about how this grand person confronts his personal demon of alcoholism. The drama of the crash is riveting to be sure, but so was the aftermath – the squirming in the spotlight, and the often lost battle with himself. This movie is great stuff and Denzel proves once again he earns his big stardom. That said, if you do like flight crash drama – it doesn’t get much better than in this film either.

Acting - Great 4.0

Denzel Washington – manages to both aggravate you and frustrate you with his failings, yet impress and endear you with his heroics and good heartedness. Great range in a single film.

Kelly Reilly – I was really taken with her screen presence and looks, but more impressed with her range in the portrayal of a junkie and a caring girlfriend.

John Goodman – not a large role, but really fun and a great fit.

Tamara Tunie – I haven’t seen much of her before, a likeable versatile actress that we should see more of.

Don Cheadle – Great in his role as the conflicted lawyer, but I’m surprised his character wasn’t given more prominence.

Bruce Greenwood – Straightforward and likeable as the former pilot and now buddy and union rep. My biggest complaint with his role is an unbelievable lack of emotion.

James Badge Dale – A poignant and funny scene as a terminally ill cancer patient.

Film - Great 4.0

Great on both fronts: a traumatic flight crash, and a drama-heavy character study.

Edge - Risqué 2.0

Reality - Surreal 2.7

4 Comments

• Wick Dec 2, 2012 3:19PM

  Regarding BrianSez’s Review
  Solid review Bri. The movie was misleadingly sold, from the title on down. Could’ve called it Drunk just as easily.

• Wick Nov 14, 2012 8:55PM

  Regarding Wick’s Review
  Saw Bond the day after Flight. Working on the review now.

• BrianSez Nov 14, 2012 8:00AM

  Regarding Wick’s Review
  Oh wait, never mind, it doesn’t start until tomorrow!

• BrianSez Nov 14, 2012 7:59AM

  Regarding Wick’s Review
  I’m looking forward to this, but I’m surprised you didn’t tee-up Bond first!

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