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The Pilot (1980)
Director: Cliff Robertson
Cast: Cliff Robertson, Diane Baker, Frank Converse, Milo O’Shea
Runtime92 min
RatingPG
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Mike Hagan is a pilot in passenger service and candidate for the honor "Best Pilot of the Year". Nobody knows that he's got private sorrows - he's an alcoholic. A stewardess notices his regular visits of the toilet and reports it.
Critical Reception & Ratings
The Pilot (1980), directed by Cliff Robertson, is a film that explores the personal struggles of a pilot, Mike Hagan, who is up for the honor of "Best Pilot of the Year" but is secretly battling alcoholism. The film received mixed reviews, with some critics noting its dramatic exploration of the lead character's flaws, while others found the pacing and overall narrative to be uneven.
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Fans of character-driven dramas will appreciate the gripping performance of Cliff Robertson as an alcoholic pilot struggling to maintain his career and reputation. Director Cliff Robertson's 1980 film offers a nuanced exploration of addiction and the pressures of public life.
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The Pilot is a 1980 American action-drama film by director and star Cliff Robertson and is based on the novel of the same name by Robert P. Davis.
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