Being a fan of vintage aircraft, any film that boasts airplanes and those who fly them will get my attention. Now keeping my attention is another story.

"Memphis Belle" definitely kept my attention. Based on a true story...
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Being a fan of vintage aircraft, any film that boasts airplanes and those who fly them will get my attention. Now keeping my attention is another story.

"Memphis Belle" definitely kept my attention. Based on a true story near the end of World War II, the crew of the Belle is about to go home, after completing their tour of duty. And with a milk run, there should be no problems, that is until their orders change and they are to now fly into the danger zone, a bombing run to one of the hottest and most defended areas over enemy territory.

A period film is hard to do to begin with. And then add the challenge of using vintage aircraft, of which there are only a few left that safely fly. And try to keep that authentic and believable. "Memphis Belle" does that and more. Though I was not familiar with many of the cast (to me they were 'no-names'), they all did a convincing job of taking me back to the day of my father. Shot mostly in Britain, the costumes, vehicles and acting all lend to make us believe we are right there in the war.

Credible acting, authentic props, a good screen play from a true story, if you haven't seen "Memphis Belle", check it out. I think you'll enjoy it!