Review of Flightplan (2005) by Gina M — 23 Sep 2011

The trailer looked promising, but the movie failed to deliver.

This review of Flightplan (2005) was written by Gina M on 23 Sep 2011.

Flightplan has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Augustine H (906) on 14 Aug 2015

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By John C (2,737) on 18 Oct 2014

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By Nicholas G (252) on 14 Aug 2015

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By Francisco S (456) on 08 Jan 2016

Flightplan counts with an amazing performance by Jodie Foster that elevates the tension of the plot, however it isn't original enough or unpredictable…

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By Julia W (180) on 03 Feb 2015

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