Dawn Flight

Dawn Flight (1976)

November 1st, 19760h 29min

72%

Overview

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.


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