Review of Flyboys (2006) by Tristan M — 29 Dec 2013
I can't quite put my finger on why this was only an okay movie, I just felt like I'd seen it all before, even though it was based on real events (and pilots) it still didn't feel original. It tries to be episodic but falls short. The dog fights are well done and exciting, the romance so-so, and there were also some moments of utter cheese. I did enjoy the battle weary pilot Reed and the ongoing show down with his German nemesis. Pretty poor odds of making it home alive for these boys. 06.13 (2).
"A high-flying adventure, about valiant American pilots who flew for France's famed Lafayette Escadrille in World War 1. James Franco stars as the thrill-seeking son of a Texas rancher who falls for a lovely mademoiselle.".
This review of Flyboys (2006) was written by Tristan M on 29 Dec 2013.
Flyboys has generally received positive reviews.
Was this review helpful?
