The Dawn Patrol (Flight Commander)

The Dawn Patrol (Flight Commander) (1930)

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Set during World War I, The Dawn Patrol is a study of the pressures and pitfalls of authority. A British Royal Flying Corp squadron commander (Neil Hamilton) is compelled by the higher-ups to send his boys out in dangerous, rickety aircraft. He is tormented by the responsibility, but does his duty… More

Unrated, 1 hr. 22 min.
Directed By
Howard Hawks
Written By
Howard Hawks, Dan Totheroh, Seton I. Miller
Genres
Drama, Action & Adventure, Classics
In Theaters
Aug 20, 1930 Wide

Critic Reviews

  • Donald J. Levit, ReelTalk Movie Reviews

    Howard Hawks's compact economy and avoidance of stylistic razzle-dazzle allowed for concentration on storytelling, to great effect.

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