Lovesusti The Worst Film Ever

Ensofter Overrated and overhyped

Mjeteconer Just perfect...

GurlyIamBeach Instant Favorite.

mross-wa I had been looking for an opportunity to watch this film since finding its high definition trailer on the internet 10/2/2008. I recently gave up waiting for its DVD release in North America and bought a "Sky Kids" DVD in PAL format from Amazon.com.uk third party seller gzoop for 3.32 pounds plus 3.08 pounds shipping (which cost $10.30 U.S. plus a $0.30 charge on my credit card for currency conversion). I ordered the new DVD 3/15/2011 and received it 3/25/2011. I was aware that both my Windows 7 and Windows Vista computers were capable of playing PAL format DVDs, but would require reprogramming the video region setting in the computer's BIOS from US to some PAL region (I chose UK) -- be advised that the BIOS will only allow the video region to be changed four times, so you need to be willing to make the change and leave it (this restriction is probably because the EPROM, erasable programmable read-only memory, in the BIOS can only be reprogrammed a few hundred times before risking failure).I inserted the PAL DVD into my secondary PC (Vista), selected to proceed at the pop-up asking if I wanted to change the video region, selected to proceed at the next window warning of the four change limit, and selected the region UK at the next window. The computer rebooted and was then able to play the PAL DVD. I enjoyed the "Sky Kids" movie immensely, but then I did not expect it to be politically correct or appropriate for six-year-olds. A further plus was that the PAL format provided a higher resolution (1023 x 574) than the U.S. NTSC format (850 x 480)."The Flyboys" played at film festivals in 2008 with a run time of 118 minutes. "Sky Kids" has a run time of 99 minutes (suitable for a two hour television release). Judging from the HD "The Flyboys" trailer, the 19 minutes cut includes a back story of Salvio and Lenny planning and carrying out their theft, which increases the focus of "Sky Kids" on the kids point of view, since they were not aware of this back story in either version and in "Sky Kids" neither is the viewer.

ichocolat Flyboys is a great film to watch, yes I know, I watched and I liked it. And so does my nephews and nieces, they liked it too.Great casts (except Stephen, but even he is pretty good in this film) and coupled with a great storyline, it would be surprising if one doesn't like the film.From what I've learnt, this film was delayed a few times because, as an independent film, it was hard to finance the production, and the publishers were quite reluctant to give them a helping hand.I gave this film a ten, not to put it in the same league as other heavyweights, but to give recognition to this little known film.A very very good watch for everyone, young and old.

ali-mostaque Its an OK movie, though I wouldn't encourage kids to watch it. It would make them delusional, thinking that some how dangerous situations can be escaped from that easily. Though the basic concept of standing up to wrong is morally good training for impressionable American kids.Good.Cliché cryptic nods in this direction is tiresome, though curiously observed. Indeed the MAFIA have taken over the USA, and YES Americans have a right royal fight in their hands to reclaim their country from the criminals, who treat Americans like stupid kids.The world hopes they succeed.A lot of the scenes seem improbable, but I suppose in a movie you can get away with such fantasy. In post 9/11 America carried out by the MAFIA, security is hot wired and the criminals in the movie wouldn't be able to wander around neighborhoods without the local law enforcement agents being in the scene more quickly......In terms of the characters, the villain wasn't villainous enough......he seemed more like a junkie than a harden criminal, who had stolen millions from his boss, and killed his partner in crime. The head MAFIA's performance was comical, playing with the kids like that, and crying like that. And its a bit of a cliché and racist to see yet another bunch of Italian Americans being portrayed as MAFIA. And Mr. Baldwin as Southern Italian? As a person who generally plays good guy roles I would have liked to have seen his role and character develop a lot longer into the film, even to the end. He has a certain screen presence.....good actor.Where are the true Tom Payne's to encourage and inspire Americans? Yes watch the movie but don't take the kids with you.

davidwsimpsonjr Look at the number of film festival awards "The Fly Boys" has received. It is obvious that audiences connect with, and are entertained by, this movie. Why then have the studios taken a pass on distributing a film which, in my opinion, would not only be commercially successful, but critically praised as well? America is eager for this kind of family entertainment. I recently saw the movie at Bend Film 2008, where it won the Audience Award. It is well made, well written and well acted at a cost of only $2 million. While it might be better served with a few nips and tucks through editing and in structure, it is a hell of a ride for two hours and an incredible first time effort for its director. How rare it is to find an action movie with an interesting story and well drawn characters that have heart. You will find yourself laughing, crying, gasping and on the edge of your seat with action scenes that are truly breathtaking. It is a movie that both genders and all ages will find entertaining and heartwarming. I know...I know...these are descriptions that are an instant turn off to many cold hearted movie executives who are only looking for a return on their investment. I just don't understand why (other than the fact that it doesn't have major star power), the studio brass don't realize that it could be a major hit and enthusiastically received by movie audiences around the world who are hungry for this type of entertainment. What a pity! I feel fortunate to have seen "The Fly Boys" on the big screen. I only hope that you have the same chance.