Blu-ray

Flight review

Anton van Beek  |  Aug 18, 2013

A superb performance from its leading man keeps this drama flying high

Another powerhouse performance by Denzel Washington elevates this predictable drama about an alcoholic air pilot who saves a plane from crashing by pulling off the kind of crazy manoeuvre that only a drunk could think up. While the  AVC 2.40:1 1080p visuals are sensational, the disc's DTS-HD MA 5.1 mix is curiously understated – especially during the crash sequence. It may be that the filmmakers wanted to go for realism in the scene, but it's hard not to hope for something a little more powerful. Three featurettes and a Q&A with the cast (minus an ill Denzel Washington) and crew are the only extras.

Flight, Paramount, All-region BD, £20 Approx
HCC VERDICT: 3/5

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