...in the end, the long film becomes almost as tedious as the flight that inspired it.
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05/24/03
The Spirit of St. Louis (1957)
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Reviews Counted:18
Fresh:15
Rotten:3
Average Rating:6.6/10
Runtime: 2 hrs 18 mins
Genre: Action/Adventure
Synopsis: Billy Wilder's loving biographical portrait of Charles Lindbergh focuses on the flying legend's courageous crossing of the Atlantic in a single-engine plane. Flashbacks show Lindbergh (James... [More]
Starring: James Stewart, Patricia Smith, Murray Hamilton, Marc Connelly
Director: Billy Wilder
Reviews for The Spirit of St. Louis
1 - 18 (sorted by comments; UK critics are listed first)
Top CriticIt's quite engrossing, with the period trappings lovingly presented.
02/09/06
Top CriticNo review available.
08/13/04
No review available.
04/21/07
A haunting recollection of one of the thrilling events of our times has been handsomely staged by Mr. Wilder, and for that you should see the film.
01/01/00
Top CriticBilly Wilder's movie isn't particularly daring in its telling, but as a piece of American -- and world -- history, The Spirit of St. Louis is something everyone should see.
01/01/00
The adventure of the historical making flight was captured, but not its spirit.
03/18/07
No review available.
06/28/05
No review available.
08/27/02
Lindbergh's biggest dilemma on the flight was trying to stay awake. To a large extent, it's ours, too.
08/04/06
Loved it as a kid. Might not wear well now.
08/13/02
Not one of Billy Wilder's best efforts -- still has some interest because of James Stewart's performance, which is very nearly a one-man show.
01/01/00
No review available.
08/20/04
Stewart, who was nominated for five best actor Oscars -- his one win was for "The Philadelphia Story" (1940) -- turns in perhaps his most impressive feat.
09/17/06
No review available.
04/28/05
Fascinating, albeit tedious, telling of the Lindbergh flight.
10/26/04
No review available.
03/08/05
Spirit is a James Stewart one-man show.
08/15/07
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