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The Theory of Flight (1998)

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Continuing cinema's fascination with bringing the stories of handicaps and the mentally challenged to the big screen (Rain Man, My Left Foot, Shine, etc.), here comes a low-budget film about the unlikely love story of people brought together by fate, as well as 120 hours of community service. As a frustrated artist who can't build himself a flying machine, Richard (Kenneth Branagh) eventually finds himself in trouble with the law. As punishment for his eccentric behavior, he accepts community

R, 1 hr. 39 min.

Drama, Romance, Comedy

Directed By: Paul Greengrass

Written By: Richard Hawkins

In Theaters: Dec 23, 1998 Wide

On DVD: Nov 9, 1999

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Cast

Helena Bonham Carter
Jane Hatchard
Kenneth Branagh
Richard
Gemma Jones
Anne
Holly Aird
Julie
Ray Stevenson
Gigolo

Critic Reviews for The Theory of Flight

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a charming bit of whimsy that probably would crash and burn with lesser talents at the controls

July 29, 2002 Comment

James Sanford

Kalamazoo Gazette

Carter's bravura performance is the reason to see The Theory of Flight, but it's a shame that nothing else in the film matches the obvious care she put into her role.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Film Journal International

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Chris Grunden

Film Journal International

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An interesting movie.

January 30, 2008

Leo L

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Shocking when you don't view it in its entirity, but ends up a very sweet film when you do. Probably the best role I've seen Carter in yet.

November 8, 2009

Shelby L

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