Dawn Flight

Dawn Flight

1976 · 29 min · ★ 7.2 · Drama

Haunted by a mysterious super-pilot, a young glider pilot first flees, then confronts his challenger. Nominated for an Academy Award. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.

Directed by Larry Lansburgh

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