Just in case you’re looking for some entertainment this weekend, you could go see “Devotion”, which opened nationwide yesterday. Here’s a review by my friend and fellow aviation author, Barrett Tillman: DEVOTION DELIVERS THE GOODS By: Barrett Tillman
Thanks for this, I would have passed it over since I don’t do movies much anymore. As to trolls, they seep into every crevice, exterminate the vermin. They will never play by any rules.
We saw it this afternoon. I enjoyed it very much, although the extensive battle scenes at the frozen chosin we're a little too puckering for comfort, but that was realistic. I was a surprised that the scene where the f4u crashes into the carrier fantail wasn't rendered in glorious special effects detail. That wouldn't really have added much to the story though. I was just surprised. I think all 4 prop blades on the seized engine were bent over too. Not sure about that. None of that is criticism. Just observation. Thanks for the recommendation. I loved it.
TOTALLY OFF TOPIC but somehow reentered my consciousness. TCinLA post of May 17, 2022, regarding Stochastic Terrorism. This needs to be reposted every week or two. The shootings are supporting this post as some of us live and breathe. Too many of us do not.
I will certainly plan to see this film! I recall reading the book shortly after my father Vic passed away in 2016. I wish he could have read it and seen this movie. At the time of this incident Vic was his air group's operations and maintenance officer aboard the carrier Philippine Sea in the same task force as the Leyte. He flew 23 combat missions when he was needed to relieve the regular Corsair pilots of his air group. On one mission in September 1950 he was hit by ground fire and was forced to make an emergency landing at Kimpo Field near Seoul during the battle to take back the city.
Thanks for this, I would have passed it over since I don’t do movies much anymore. As to trolls, they seep into every crevice, exterminate the vermin. They will never play by any rules.
Happy Thanksgiving, TC and readers. Stay safe.
Have added this movie to my list to watch with my son.
Thank you for the info on this film. My husband is an Air Force veteran and will appreciate reading your summary and seeing this film.
Thanks TC. Looking forward to seeing it (and the pogybait.)
I recall it being a great book. Read long enough ago that I can read it again and it will seem like the first time I read it. 🙄
May you and your wife and your lovely furries have a peaceful, happy day. I will miss your posts but I hope you take the day off and enjoy. Cheers.
We saw it this afternoon. I enjoyed it very much, although the extensive battle scenes at the frozen chosin we're a little too puckering for comfort, but that was realistic. I was a surprised that the scene where the f4u crashes into the carrier fantail wasn't rendered in glorious special effects detail. That wouldn't really have added much to the story though. I was just surprised. I think all 4 prop blades on the seized engine were bent over too. Not sure about that. None of that is criticism. Just observation. Thanks for the recommendation. I loved it.
TOTALLY OFF TOPIC but somehow reentered my consciousness. TCinLA post of May 17, 2022, regarding Stochastic Terrorism. This needs to be reposted every week or two. The shootings are supporting this post as some of us live and breathe. Too many of us do not.
May you and your family enjoy this Thanksgiving holiday time
CBS has blurb on this movie this am.
Ah, The Dam Busters...best music in a military movie, ever!
Thanks, TC. Hope my nephew saw this. If not, will alert him! Engaging review by your friend Barrett Tillman.
I will certainly plan to see this film! I recall reading the book shortly after my father Vic passed away in 2016. I wish he could have read it and seen this movie. At the time of this incident Vic was his air group's operations and maintenance officer aboard the carrier Philippine Sea in the same task force as the Leyte. He flew 23 combat missions when he was needed to relieve the regular Corsair pilots of his air group. On one mission in September 1950 he was hit by ground fire and was forced to make an emergency landing at Kimpo Field near Seoul during the battle to take back the city.
Happy Thanksgiving!