Radio Flyer
Lorraine Bracco, John Heard and Oscar-winner Ben Johnson (Best Supporting Actor, The Last Picture Show) star in this moving story of a family torn apart by violence - and healed by imagination.
Elijah Wood and Joseph Mazzello co-star as Bracco's two young sons, devoted brothers who escape their chaotic family life with dreams of flying. Inspired by a local legend, they attempt to build a working airplane. And in the process of transforming their ordinary red wagon into a fantastical flying machine, they transform their own lives into an extraordinary adventure. A beautifully-made movie filled with all the heartache and joy of childhood, Radio Flyer is "daring, amazing, and wonderful. A deeply moving film." (Dennis Cunningham, WCBS-TV)
Member Reviews
Me and You and a Dog Named Shane? - Quindog
I think I've got the song wrong (LOL).
Confession: I am a sucker for good acting by children. (See my review for "I'm Not Scared" for more of the same.) Frodo was especially good.
Great story about a mature subject matter but told in a way that kids too can enjoy without being too scared if they are younger or too bored if in their teens.
A lot of movies lose there impact over time. This isn't yet (after almost 20 years) and won't likely ever be one of them.
And what a great ending... right up there with Shawshank!Terrific. - TheCritic123
This movie truly is amazing. This story is about two brothers, Mike (Elijah Wood) and Bobby (Joseph Mazzello) and their abusive stepdad called "The King" (Adam Baldwin). The movie is beautifully shot and deals mainly with the beatings of one child at the hands of his stepdad. The brothers spend most of their time away from the house to avoid him and pray that he stops beating him and also make an airplane in hopes of one day leaving. Tom Hanks narrarates the story as he plays the modern day Mike. I really don't want to give away much about this one but I saw this when I was a child and remembered it being very good, I checked it out on Zip as it has been over 15 years since I saw it and I must say that this movie is even better today then it was when I originally saw it. If you have been abused or no someone who has then this may be a little bit difficult to sit through but even then I think this one is a true gem and should ABSOLUTELY be viewed.Fly me away - Shane55
A remarkable movie that remains relevant 15 years later. My family and I sat down to watch this and it was as gripping as the first time I saw it. The fine line between fantasy and reality is in the story teller's eyes and this film discovered how to walk that line with confidence. My kids (7 and 10) were spell bound, and a movie with no explosions or ninjas or Disney-esque fluff that keeps their attention is a worthy endeavour. Excellent performances all around, a great villain and inspiring heroism in the smallest places make this movie a keeper - watch it!
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Me and You and a Dog Named Shane? - Quindog
I think I've got the song wrong (LOL).
Confession: I am a sucker for good acting by children. (See my review for "I'm Not Scared" for more of the same.) Frodo was especially good.
Great story about a mature subject matter but told in a way that ...Terrific. - TheCritic123
This movie truly is amazing. This story is about two brothers, Mike (Elijah Wood) and Bobby (Joseph Mazzello) and their abusive stepdad called "The King" (Adam Baldwin). The movie is beautifully shot and deals mainly with the beatings of one child at the ...Fly me away - Shane55
A remarkable movie that remains relevant 15 years later. My family and I sat down to watch this and it was as gripping as the first time I saw it. The fine line between fantasy and reality is in the story teller's eyes and this film discovered how to walk ...