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How I Learned to Fly

Play trailer 2:00 Poster for How I Learned to Fly Released Dec 1, 2023 1h 44m Drama Play Trailer Watchlist
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Two African-American teenage brothers suddenly find themselves on their own after being mysteriously abandoned by their parents. Deeply haunted by the mental and physical abuse inflicted by their father (Wu-Tang Clan's Cliff "Method Man" Smith), elder brother Daniel (Marcus Scribner, ABC's Black-ish) is determined to prevent their lives from falling apart. He maintains a daily routine, works as a dishwasher and does his best to keep a roof over their heads. Younger brother Eli (Lonnie Chavis, NBC's This Is Us) struggles to cope with the absence of his mother, leaving her voicemail messages in search of answers. Embarking on a journey of survival and self-discovery, they uncover moments of beauty, newfound meaning and enduring love that strengthen their bond despite the uncertain road ahead. Featuring supporting performances by Cedric the Entertainer and Michele Selene Ang, How I Learned to Fly is a poignant story of determination and resilience in the face of profound adversity.
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Tina Kakadelis Beyond the Cinerama Dome How I Learned to Fly reminds us that humans aren’t meant to go it alone. That the easiest thing a person can do is to offer help and the bravest thing a person can do is accept that help. Feb 24, 2024 Full Review Matthew Roe Film Threat This narrative structure (or lack thereof) ends up as both a profound positive and a somewhat detractive negative for How I Learned to Fly. Rated: 7/10 Dec 12, 2023 Full Review Julian Roman MovieWeb How I Learned to Fly is a heartbreaking journey through poverty and helplessness. The film's message has merit and illustrates serious societal failures, but unfortunately veers into sluggish melodrama. Rated: 2/5 Dec 5, 2023 Full Review Jeffrey M. Anderson Common Sense Media Gentle and deeply compassionate, this drama manages to depict harsh realities without being harsh itself, focusing on hope and change. Rated: 4/5 Dec 3, 2023 Full Review Avi Offer NYC Movie Guru A wise, tender and heartfelt emotional journey. It embraces the message behind Pablo Neruda's poem, "They can cut all of the flowers, but they can't stop the spring from coming." Dec 1, 2023 Full Review Mark Dujsik Mark Reviews Movies It's a fine line between drama and melodrama, and How I Learned to Fly crosses it a few too many times to ignore. Rated: 2.5/4 Dec 1, 2023 Full Review Read all reviews

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Bayne T critics will always critic the way they critic, the film is worth a watch, at least once in ones lifetime Rated 5 out of 5 stars 08/04/24 Full Review S. H Love was truly evident in this film on numerous occasions, and it brought tears to my eyes! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 07/03/24 Full Review Kasina B Sad sad sad at first I am at the middle of the movie now so I will keep you posted on results Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/23/24 Full Review Deanna S This is the absolute BEST MOVIE I have seen in YEARS!!! I recommend this to any and everyone!!! The acting, storyline, emotion… hands down realistic movie… I cried throughout this movie as it reminded me of my humanity… it also triggered memories from my childhood which touched home for me… but in a good way… the essence and message carried a specific spirit that resinate solely… BEAUTIFUL MOVIE!!! Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/11/24 Full Review Nikki J I haven't been so enthralled in a movie in a long time. I didn't check my phone, I didn't pause, my focus was solely on this movie. I loved the bond of the brothers and the lessons that were given along the way. This movie really makes you appreciate the blessings you have in life. Well done. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 06/07/24 Full Review Tomasina W Intriguing, shocking, and a complete tearjerker. The actors where phenomenal. To take a journey with these two brothers, will having thinking about the choices that many people make in their lives. A must watch movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 04/14/24 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Two African-American teenage brothers suddenly find themselves on their own after being mysteriously abandoned by their parents. Deeply haunted by the mental and physical abuse inflicted by their father (Wu-Tang Clan's Cliff "Method Man" Smith), elder brother Daniel (Marcus Scribner, ABC's Black-ish) is determined to prevent their lives from falling apart. He maintains a daily routine, works as a dishwasher and does his best to keep a roof over their heads. Younger brother Eli (Lonnie Chavis, NBC's This Is Us) struggles to cope with the absence of his mother, leaving her voicemail messages in search of answers. Embarking on a journey of survival and self-discovery, they uncover moments of beauty, newfound meaning and enduring love that strengthen their bond despite the uncertain road ahead. Featuring supporting performances by Cedric the Entertainer and Michele Selene Ang, How I Learned to Fly is a poignant story of determination and resilience in the face of profound adversity.
Director
Simon Steuri
Producer
Eric Binns, Oliver Ridge, Andrew Harvey, Jewerl Ross
Screenwriter
Lonnie Chavis, Simon Steuri
Distributor
Film Movement
Production Co
Silent R Management
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Dec 1, 2023, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Feb 20, 2024
Runtime
1h 44m
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