Review of Wings (1966) by Calvin C — 04 Mar 2012
The first ever Best Picture Winner in 1927, this is one of only two silent films (2012's "The Artist" being the other) to ever win the big prize. The plot has been redone numerous times since and it sets the standard for all Best Picture winners and war movies to come. I was fortunate enough to see the newly remastered version with a new digitally enhanced picture and an updated musical score. The movie has never looked and sounded better. The movie falters in the Paris section, which takes about 15 minutes, boarding on silliness. But the final half hour is some of the most impressive ariel shots ever put on film. Remember, it was 1927 and CGI wouldn't be created until 50 years later. Despite the romantic story, it is really about two men who cope with being in war. The ending is quite emotional and the entire production is very ambitious, even by today's standards. It may not be the greatest Best Picture Winner, but it is the first one, and at least it starts things off on the right foot.
Grade: A-.
This review of Wings (1966) was written by Calvin C on 04 Mar 2012.
Wings has generally received positive reviews.
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