Review of Blue Thunder (1983) by James R — 16 Jun 2010

This is a great movie for pilot, (although I am a fixed wing guy) especially those that just love helicopters like I do. Some great flying.

This review of Blue Thunder (1983) was written by James R on 16 Jun 2010.

Blue Thunder has generally received positive reviews.

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