Flight

Audience Reviews

View All (1000+)

Zach W. From the first fifteen minutes of the film, Flight wastes no time throwing the audience into a frighteningly intense situation and introducing a complex lead character. Directed by Robert Zemeckis, Flight follows Whip Whitaker, played by Denzel Washington, as an investigation surrounds the extraordinary circumstances for which Whitaker safely lands a doomed plane. With a script that focuses on showcasing the dynamics and interactions between characters, Flight features a compelling commentary on the struggles of addiction and the effects of substance abuse. Denzel Washington carries Flight to greater heights (pun intended) as his performance depicts an uncomfortably honest depiction of alcoholism. Though the middle act does feel slower than the film’s adrenaline-filled opening act, the exploration of Washington’s character is one that challenges the audience to question their own sentiment towards the character and his actions. Kelly Reilly never fully matches Washington’s presence, but the supporting performances from Don Cheadle and John Goodman are memorable (especially Goodman). Zemeckis knows how to create tension and allow silence and pauses to facilitate uncomfortableness. The final act of Flight wastes unpredictable and emotionally compelling as Washington truly flexes his range. Overall, Flight is a drama that does not downplay the severity of substance abuse and the negative effects for which addiction can cause on one’s self and their friends and family. Denzel Washington is remarkable as the struggling, yet prideful pilot whose heroics are questioned by his overuse of alcohol and drugs. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 06/26/25 Full Review Shaun R Could have and should have been better. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 06/18/25 Full Review Monic Kenya M Great acting of Denzel Washington as usual. Captivating story Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/01/25 Full Review Larry K Denzel Washington is fantastic. Great movie Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 05/31/25 Full Review Mon B Denzel is always worth watching, but the movie is very uneven. It feels like 3 or 4 different directors at different times were in there. You have to make up your mind if you want a cool Tarantino feel, or a Hallmark movie vibe. The relationship between Denzel and the girl he met in the hospital was totally unbelievable-that was bad writing. They had just met, then they were living together two seconds later, so ridiculous. Still, the flight scene was exciting, and the story mildly interesting. It's just frustrating when you see it could have been so much more. Rated 2.5/5 Stars •  Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars 05/22/25 Full Review Faiz D Awesome film. It blew away my expectations. Denzel Washington's performance alone is reason enough to see the film. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 05/13/25 Full Review Read all reviews

Flight

My Rating

Read More Read Less POST RATING WRITE A REVIEW EDIT REVIEW

Most Popular at Home Now