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The Flyboys

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The Flyboys (2008)

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Reviews Counted:6

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Rotten:3

Average Rating:6.3/10

Genre: Action/Adventure

Synopsis: Two boys from a small town find their courage tested when they accidentally stow away aboard an airplane owned by the mob.--© Dark Coast Pictures

Starring: Reiley McClendon, Jesse James, Stephen Baldwin, Tom Sizemore

Starring: Reiley McClendon, Jesse James, Stephen Baldwin, Tom Sizemore

Director: Rocco Devilliers

Director: Rocco Devilliers

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Don't be fooled by the Kids in the title, this is one terrific action drama, with a few comedic grace notes

Full Review Source: Urban Cinefile | comment Comment
03/21/09
Andrew L. Urban
Andrew L. Urban
Urban Cinefile

It’s like two stories unfolding in parallel universes.

Full Review Source: Kansas City Star | comment Comment
10/03/08
Robert W. Butler
Robert W. Butler
Kansas City Star

I like Disney-style adolescent adventures and I like The Sopranos, but, unlike peanut butter and chocolate, these are not two great tastes that taste great together.

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09/26/08
Sean Means
Sean Means
Film.com

At times it's a rather light-hearted family adventure. But parts of it also become a mean-spirited crime thriller. That light-dark contrast doesn't quite work.

Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City | comment Comment
09/12/08
Jeff Vice
Jeff Vice
Deseret News, Salt Lake City

One of the best action movies you and your kids could see this summer. At least look for it on video.

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08/29/08
Tim Cogshell
Tim Cogshell
Boxoffice Magazine

One of the summer's nicest surprises..a mostly family-friendly adventure that doesn't rely on superheroes or science fiction to get your pulse racing...

Full Review Source: Spectrum (St. George, Utah) | comment Comment
08/15/08
Bruce Bennett
Bruce Bennett
Spectrum (St. George, Utah)
 
 
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