Flight at Midnight
Flight at Midnight

Movie spotlight

Flight at Midnight

1939
Movie
65 min
English

Spinner McGee, devil-may-care mail pilot volunteers his courage and skill for the task of raising $100,000 to save the small airport owned by Pop Hussey from being condemned.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Victor FlemingGenres: Adventure, Drama, War

Plot Summary

In this wartime drama, a daring American pilot finds himself caught in a dangerous love triangle amidst the chaos of World War I. As aerial battles rage, he must navigate treacherous skies and complex personal relationships, facing espionage and betrayal.

Critical Reception

Flight at Midnight was met with a mixed to positive reception upon its release, praised for its thrilling aerial sequences and star power. While some critics found its plot convoluted, many lauded the performances of its leads and its patriotic themes relevant to the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its spectacular aerial combat and strong performances.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable and melodramatic storyline.

  • Appreciated for its patriotic wartime sentiment.

Google audience: Audience reviews are not readily available for this older film, but contemporary sentiment often focused on its impressive special effects for the time and the star appeal of Gable and Dietrich.

Fun Fact

The film features groundbreaking aerial photography for its time, with extensive use of miniature models and innovative camera techniques to depict the dogfights.

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