Potentially Groundbreaking Classic marred by Hollywood's Ideals

Rating: 8/10 (31 March 2013)

Denzel Washington equals good to great films, we all know that. This film is somewhat different, it has a very hard hitting point about alcoholism and it's side effects on one and all. The deceptive way alcoholics can not only hide their problem but survive and indeed reach superior levels of ability whilst under the influence is portrayed very accurately. I am sure that a lot of people will understand this film, you don't need to be a pilot to appreciate it. 90% of the film, very accurate and realistic, sadly Hollywood being what it is we (or more pertinantly THEY) needed a happy ending, where everyone has come out better for the experience.....sadly reality isn't like that. A more realistic ending would have made this film a groundbreaking spectacle, however Hollywood's need to suit the masses brings with it the flawed, unrealistic ending. Still, Well worth the watch 8/10