I'm not a hero..

Rating: 8/10 (30 December 2012)

Bob Zemeckis got a hold on Forrest Gumps' Jenny. That poor little girl who got catched up with illegal things and sadly died from her illness. I think he based the whole movie "Flight" upon this character in a way. And then, exploited it. With no less than success, because this is a movie full of human (and machine) mistakes.
Denzel is the man. Absolutely, he's back on the road. Whip Whitaker is the portrait of a pariah, an incidental hero. Despite his good will, he 's not the reliable man, or pilot (though he manages as a brilliant one). A lot of big big struggle. Alcoholism is a harsh reality in our times. "Flight" is maybe the best example on screen. An alcoholic portraited perfectly by our man Denzel. It can be very moving sometimes, and I think it is one of the movies you'd show up on an AA meeting. The story of a guy who cannot get rid from his addiction.
As "Cast Away", we have the memorable aviation incident. But this is only the beginning. Denzel unfolds a very complex character in search for the booze, and lastly, in search for the truth.
A moving drama with good and bitter elements. John Goodman appears only a few minutes, but he's the relie on a very touching situation. "Flight" reveals the hard fight about our very demons, even though you sprinkle the situation with altruistic moves. Even though you are the best man in the world; you have flaws, and those flaws are what you may become. He was not a hero, but after seeing this brilliant film, many people can stop and think about the issue.
Alcoholism is a silent disease, mostly denied by those who suffer it, and by the society. Finally we have a naked truth about it, and it is very welcome on mainstream films.
Sometimes I though it was a little dull in passages, but the whole experience was although, satisfactory.
Because of the issues that are put on screen, the acting of the man, Denzel Washington and more than good supporting roles, I give it an eight. I liked it, very much. And I'd see it again, without hesitation.
Cheers from Argentina.