Getting in on Concorde
Getting in on Concorde

Getting in on Concorde

1979Movie56 minEnglish

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IMDb4.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes25%
Director: David Lowell RichGenres: Action, Adventure, Thriller, Disaster

Plot Summary

The supersonic Concorde jet faces a variety of perils during its maiden transatlantic flight. Sabotage attempts, a bomb threat, and an onboard fire all threaten the passengers and crew. Meanwhile, romantic entanglements and corporate rivalries add further complications to the already high-stakes situation.

Critical Reception

The film was poorly received by critics and audiences alike, becoming the lowest-grossing film in the 'Airport' disaster movie franchise. It is often cited as an example of the declining popularity of the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critics panned the film for its implausible plot and weak special effects.
  • The acting was criticized as wooden and uninspired, even from the veteran cast.
  • The movie failed to capture the tension and excitement expected of a disaster film.

Google audience: Audience reception was largely negative, with many viewers finding the film to be a derivative and unengaging entry in the disaster genre.

Fun Fact

This was the final film in the 'Airport' series, which began in 1970 with 'Airport'.

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