Wednesday, June 06, 2012

The Blue Max (1966)

Based on the novel by Jack Hunter.

In World War I Germany, a young officer joins the German air force and becomes a distinguished fighter pilot. He comes from humble origins and is single-minded in his pursuit of the Blue Max medal, the greatest decoration a pilot may receive.

A pulpish plot with a preposterously implausible ending does not completely ruin this charmingly directed war drama. The aerial sequences are a special highlight.

Rating: 51

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