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Reach For The Sky (1955)

The film follows Bader's journey from cocky fighter who loses both his legs in a flying accident, through to the agony of mastering his disability with the aid of artificial limbs. Bader rejoins the Royal Air Force and is offered secretarial work due to his disability, but through sheer determination he returns to the cockpit to become a squadron leader and Battle of Britain ace. In the midst of the Battle of Britain he was shot down and forced to bail out over France. Held prisoner by the Germans, Bader undertakes numerous escape attempts and is eventually taken to a German stronghold for the duration of the war; he survives and returns to England to lead a victory flight over London. The film is superbly mounted and the aerial battles are exciting, it's a bit creaky in places yet holds up remarkably well, due in part to Gilbert's subtle direction and the convincing acting performances.

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Starring:

Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson, Alexander Knox

Director:

Philip Leacock

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	Reviewed by: derek t
Reach for the sky Might be an old movie, bit supreb acting and action well worth a couple of hours of your day.

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Genres:

Action & Adventure

Run Time:
136 Minutes

Awards:
1956 BAFTA: Best British Film

Languages:

English

Countries:

USA

BFI Classification:
Universal - suitable for all ages

Release Date:
14/04/2003

Production Year:
1955

Aspect Ratio:
Widescreen

Colour:
B & W