Paramount Pictures
Academy award winning actor Denzel Washington has done it again with his heart-wrenching performance as pilot Whip Whitaker in the emotional and heartbreaking film “Flight.”
Directed by Robert Zemeckis, who also directed the Oscar-nominated films “Cast Away” and “Forrest Gump,” “Flight” will not disappoint his lifelong fans as this can be added to his catalogue of great work.
“Flight” delivers raw emotion throughout the movie and keeps the audience engaged during every single second of the 2 ½ hour movie.
The movie boasts a great supporting cast that includes Harling Mays (John Goodman), Hugh Lang (Don Cheadle), and Nicole Maggen (Kelly Reilly), who portrays the riveting heroin addict whose life is on its last breath.
After unforeseen circumstances, her life is crossed with Whip’s, who figures out they have much more in common than what is seen on the surface. This relationship leads to some intense moments throughout the movie.
However, the movie soars on the amazing performance by Denzel Washington who nails every single aspect of making Whip Whitaker the main attraction in the movie.
Pilot Whip Whitaker is on the surface a great man, however it is behind closed doors that we see the major problems that haunt Whip every single day of his life.
Whether it is his addiction to alcohol and cocaine, or the fact that he has no relationship with his son from his previous marriage, Whip suffers from denial and his decisions in the film will keep you on the edge of your seat.
“Flight’s” plane crash scene will have your heart racing at maximum speed and will not let up from there. “Flight” delivers on many different levels that anyone can appreciate and relate to.
The movie touches many severe life issues like alcoholism, religion, parenting, drug use, and addiction.
What is wrong and what is right really comes into question in this movie, which is highly recommended to anyone who wants to see a drama-filled plane ride that will surely not disappoint audiences who love the great art of storytelling.
The raw emotions that are delivered in this must-see movie will leave an impact and will put into perspective the real life issues that ordinary people deal with everyday.
For better or worse, “Flight” is a very compelling and well-written movie that maintains a high ride for all viewers.
Source:
http://www.mvccglacier.com/2012/11/denzels-newest-effort-takes-flight/