Flightplan
Buena Vista Pictures | Release Date: September 23, 2005
5.8
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Mixed or average reviews based on 144 Ratings
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8
BitBurnOct 11, 2005
I thought this was very good entertainment, indeed. I'm not sure what the problem is with some of those critics, and what they didn't like but buff'em! Jodie was excellent, as usual. Good balance between action, suspense and I thought this was very good entertainment, indeed. I'm not sure what the problem is with some of those critics, and what they didn't like but buff'em! Jodie was excellent, as usual. Good balance between action, suspense and great storyline.… Expand
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8
GeneH.Oct 5, 2005
Nothing extraordinary, but clearly not as bad as some reviewers are making it sound. I loved the fact that not a single dirty word was used; Foster's acting was superb!
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10
AmandaJan 7, 2006
I think this was the best movie i have ever seen sence i was a little kid i think this is a 2 time movie every one should go see it.
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7
TonyLOct 2, 2005
A good actress can sell a bad movie. Jodie did it for me. I wish that Erica C. would have been given a bigger role in this picture.
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7
Rev.RikardOct 8, 2005
Jodie Foster is "mother panic" in movies like Flightplan and Panic Room. She is quite believable in these roles. The movie is initially captivating as it places the viewer in the same position employed in Ron Howard's "A Beautiful Jodie Foster is "mother panic" in movies like Flightplan and Panic Room. She is quite believable in these roles. The movie is initially captivating as it places the viewer in the same position employed in Ron Howard's "A Beautiful Mind." In Flightplan we actually begin to believe we may be participating in a schizophrenic break from reality. Sadly, we are rapidly brought back into the reality of a predictable plot and "Hollywoodesque" ending. The stereotyping of Arabs is too important an issue to assign to the few scenes allocated in this movie. This issue would have been better served with these scenes on the editiing room floor. They were obviously forced into the plot to reveal how easily we engage in stereotypical behavior. If I were an Arab these scenes would cause me to leave the theater feeling as though the dangerous harrassment I often experience could be easily erradicated if "I" offered the offender their purse." Either deal with the issue in an informative, intriguing manner or let another film bring it to life. This feeble attempt still left me wondering if "they" (an often dangerous word) were still connected to the abduction. This film had enough fuel to hold my interest. Still, Flightplan never reached the altitude potentially possible through Foster's fine acting.… Expand
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7
BillC.Oct 11, 2005
A better movie than I would have thought after reading some of the more negative postings. I didn't feel betrayed by the end, nor did I find it as implausible as most action movies are. It almost felt like a female version of a "Die A better movie than I would have thought after reading some of the more negative postings. I didn't feel betrayed by the end, nor did I find it as implausible as most action movies are. It almost felt like a female version of a "Die Hard" script, or "Panic Room "on a plane. Bill C.… Expand
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8
JobA.Oct 11, 2005
I was impressed wiyh this movie.There could of been a little polishing up though before it was released,but overall it was a good movie.
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9
marshallOct 15, 2005
I looooved it! it was amazing, i would have given it a 10, but there was one sequence that didn't make any sense, but nonetheless, a great thriller.
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8
johnnyg.Oct 18, 2005
This movie was great id go see it if i were u.
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10
J-BoSep 23, 2005
I've spent a lot worse 88 minutes in a theater before. Here we get decent acting (down to the passengers three rows to the left of our star), tight editing, moments of tension that spring from implausible situations, and a dynamite I've spent a lot worse 88 minutes in a theater before. Here we get decent acting (down to the passengers three rows to the left of our star), tight editing, moments of tension that spring from implausible situations, and a dynamite leading performance from Foster. Why is this movie getting blasted for showing too much in the previews when Red Eye did the exact same thing?… Expand
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10
DougL.Sep 23, 2005
Brilliant photography, very suspenseful and excellent acting. Jodie Foster is superb!
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9
CaitlinB.Sep 24, 2005
This movie "Flightplan" was very good. The forshadowing will change throughout the movie. For example your thoughts will probaly be they did, or he/she did, or her daghter was just never on the plane. As the ending draws near you will begin This movie "Flightplan" was very good. The forshadowing will change throughout the movie. For example your thoughts will probaly be they did, or he/she did, or her daghter was just never on the plane. As the ending draws near you will begin to understand the begining. The reason I gave it a 9 and not a 10 is they could have made the begining clearer. It will definatly appeal to all mothers. After seeing this movie they will all keep a closer eye on their children. Has some funny scenes. The movie was not scarry, It was suspenceful. Will not give you nightmares.… Expand
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TylerH.Sep 24, 2005
I think it was great movie. I loved how the author put many twisteds in their. It keep the mind thinking.
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8
BrianF.Sep 26, 2005
It certainly deserves higher ratings than the critics have given it. Top-notch acting, a couple of nice plot twists and excellent camerawork all make up for a couple of stretches in credibility.
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7
PeterJan 29, 2006
How does this movie not rate higher than Red Eye? I have to think its hurting from being the second of the two released; while both are far-fetched, at least Flight Plan doesn't disclose the entire setup in the first ten minutes, and How does this movie not rate higher than Red Eye? I have to think its hurting from being the second of the two released; while both are far-fetched, at least Flight Plan doesn't disclose the entire setup in the first ten minutes, and manages to navigate its unlikely scenario more convincingly than Red Eye.… Expand
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9
WilliamA.Jan 29, 2006
Great suspense. Never would have guessed the outcome in amillion years. Jodie Foster and supporting cast are terrific. See this movie.
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9
WallyS.Dec 8, 2005
The top-notch performance by Foster only helps the movie become more riveting and suspensful, sure there are plot holes, but the direction is unique and the climax doesn't dissapoint.
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7
JoeC.Sep 25, 2005
Solid.
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7
KyleL.Feb 13, 2006
The action built while the movie went along, but a lot of it was pretty unrealistic. The best part was the suspision, which didnt last too long. I gave it a higher grade because it served its purpose...to give you unexpected results.
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10
MickLovesAvrilLavigneDec 14, 2005
Edge of your seat thriller - brilliant!!!
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Trev29Sep 3, 2012
There are some questions to be answered in order to make this movie make complete sense, but I found it incredibly interesting to watch. Gripping and suspenseful. Even in doubt, you are on Foster's side. Finally a thriller mystery thatThere are some questions to be answered in order to make this movie make complete sense, but I found it incredibly interesting to watch. Gripping and suspenseful. Even in doubt, you are on Foster's side. Finally a thriller mystery that doesn't end with the person being crazy!!!… Expand
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lukechristianscMay 31, 2015
The plots kicks in and works the actors are on key and believe able. Jodie Foster is trying and her heroism is on edge and gives a captivating performance. The script has a few issues some characters are off, I did not believe that PeterThe plots kicks in and works the actors are on key and believe able. Jodie Foster is trying and her heroism is on edge and gives a captivating performance. The script has a few issues some characters are off, I did not believe that Peter Sarsgaard was an air marshal; also Kate Beahan as the villian's side kick was terrible and the people on the plane were rude. The way director Robert Schwentke behind the camera is like Alfred Hitchcock, the cinematography by Florian Ballhaus is impressive and unique. Grade A-… Expand
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7
Meth-dudeNov 21, 2017
While the first hour of the movie was actually really interesting and very well done, the last half hour turns into a completely cliché, over the top and predictable action film. The acting was generally good, the first hour did a good job atWhile the first hour of the movie was actually really interesting and very well done, the last half hour turns into a completely cliché, over the top and predictable action film. The acting was generally good, the first hour did a good job at building tension and the movie was rather entertaining. If you're into mystery movies or you're a fan of Jodie Foster, you might like it. Otherwise, you should probably watch something else.… Expand
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eva3si0nJun 19, 2022
Flightplan is a good chamber thriller. Great cast and well-delivered suspense. And although by the middle of the film you understand the main twist of the plot, he does not suffer from this. Does the impression spoil a too unrealistic happy ending
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7
GIjOE54May 12, 2023
Flightplan is a solid suspense-thriller than falters very infrequently with a mostly tight script, good acting, engaging character development, and a very interesting setting for it all to develop in. The sound design is very intense to helpFlightplan is a solid suspense-thriller than falters very infrequently with a mostly tight script, good acting, engaging character development, and a very interesting setting for it all to develop in. The sound design is very intense to help put the viewer on edge and the soundtrack helps to set the mood, even if you likely won’t be remembering any particular song from it several minutes after you finish. The camera work is appropriately claustrophobic for the setting and scenes transition often times with the plane’s layout serving as an intelligent breaking point. The rewatch value is a bit of an oddity because it is worth more than one watch in a row to pick up the missed clues, but probably won’t overall be a frequent grab as many of the tricks it uses are one and done. Still, this movie is tense and well thought-out barring one major plot hole. I give it a wholehearted recommendation.… Expand
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