Top Gun
Tony Scott, USA, 1986o
Lieutenant Pete "Maverick" Mitchell is an ambitious young pilot whose dream comes true when he is selected for elite fighter pilot training. But his lack of discipline and impulsiveness quickly make him unpopular. Above all, his reckless way of flying goes down badly. When his comrade has an accident, Maverick falls into a crisis and questions the purpose of his training.
Top Gun is the type of movie that turns the screen into an altar. Kneeling before its slick façade of 1980s magnificence, you are in the shadow of a film that has defined the modern day action blockbuster.
Almar HaflidasonThere are elements that hold up - especially Cruise's blinding charisma. The aerial scenes are still thrilling, and perfectly suited to a giant screen. Everything else? Well, that depends on how nostalgic you're feeling.
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