The Theory of Flight
The Theory of Flight

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A dreamer who aspires to human flight is assigned public service after one of his attempts off a public building. This leads him to meeting a young woman, who is dying of motor neuron disease. The strong-willed woman admits her wish to be de-flowered before her death. The man, struggling to maintain his relationship with his girlfriend, declines, but offers to help pay for a gigolo to do the deed. The following events play off the inherent comedy and drama of the circumstance... (Full plot summary below)

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Actors in The Theory of Flight:

Helena Bonham Carter
Kenneth Branagh
Gemma Jones
Holly Aird
Ray Stevenson
Ruth Jones

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A dreamer who aspires to human flight is assigned public service after one of his attempts off a public building. This leads him to meeting a young woman, who is dying of motor neuron disease. The strong-willed woman admits her wish to be de-flowered before her death. The man, struggling to maintain his relationship with his girlfriend, declines, but offers to help pay for a gigolo to do the deed. The following events play off the inherent comedy and drama of the circumstances.

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Independent on Sunday - 6/10 by Antonia QuirkeThe final reel of the film is over-sentimental, but the early scenes involving the couple at war are affecting.
Film Journal International - 6/10 by Chris GrundenCarter's bravura performance is the reason to see The Theory of Flight, but it's a shame that nothing else in the film matches the obvious care she put into her role.
James Sanford on Film - 6/10 by James SanfordKenneth Branagh and Helena Bonham Carter generate enough good will to keep aloft a charming bit of whimsy that probably would crash and burn with lesser talents at the controls.
Nitrate Online - 3/10 by Elias SavadaThe cinematic equivalent to experimental light aircraft, this is a bumpy ride that sputters and fails, not quite crashing yet never soaring above its earnest intentions.
User Review - 10/10 by Leo LThe most realistic portrayal of disability in film that I've seen...
User Review - 10/10 by Susan FHelena is absolutely phenomenial as Jane Hatchard. I do not know if she won any awards for her portrayal, but she certainly should have! Helena is such an incredibly versatile talented actress who is also intelligent, beautiful and has a heart of gold. I would pay to see anything she is casted in! And am anxious to see her in the new Harry Potter film!!!
User Review - 10/10 by Madison BOne of my favourite movies, Bonham Carter is really truly amazing. :)
User Review - 10/10 by Luis OA marvelous performance by the great Helena Bonham Carter!
User Review - 10/10 by null nI've waited 9 years to watch this film, and I'm so glad I did. The film really heartfelt and moving, but also a witty comedy, although getting a bit dated almost a decade on. Helena Bonham Carter gives a beautiful and really believable performance, even if her voice was a combination of Frank Spencer and Borat. Branagh also gives a fine performance. Highly recommended, but it was never released in the United Kindom (aside from a cinema release). Hopefully that'll change now.
User Review - 8/10 by Sasha Ra great film, filmed partly in my home town

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