Aces High (1976)
The Magic Box (1951) ///
Aces High (1976) Seven days in life of WW1 British aerial squadron based in France features a strong cast, robust visuals and impressively designed fight sequences. Seen through eyes of innocent Colin Firth, leader Malcolm McDowell deals with blistering losses, yet the personal and emotional never quite carry story dynamics.
The Magic Box (1951) Committed dreamer Robert Donat provides sympathetic anchor as William Friese-Green, innovative motion picture pioneer, ruined by future ambition. With burnished visuals and formidable parade of British stars, a worthy document rather than embracing biography.
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