War veteran Jim (Reed Howes) is an airplane designer. His best buddy Dick (James Bradbury) steals his latest design.
Short answer: Yes, but... The High Flyer, directed by J. Frank Clark, is a fascinating exploration of early 20th-century aviation with a well-told romantic subplot. However, its adherence to the conventions of its time can make it feel somewhat dated. This film is best appreciated by those with an interest in historica...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Harry Joe Brown
Robert N. Bradbury
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"Short answer: Yes, but... The High Flyer, directed by J. Frank Clark, is a fascinating exploration of early 20th-century aviation with a well-told romantic subplot. However, its adherence to the conventions of its time can make it feel somewhat dated. This film is best appreciated by those with an interest in historical dramas or classic cinema. It is not for modern viewers seeking nuanced character development or complex narrative structures. This film works because... The High Flyer excels i..."
J. Frank Clark
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