When the Apollo 13 spacecraft suffers massive internal damage, threatening the lives of the 3 astronauts on board, NASA rushes to find a solution that will bring them all back to Earth safely.
Tom Hanks (Jim Lovell), Bill Paxton (Fred Haise), Kevin Bacon (Jack Swigert), Gary Sinise (Ken Mattingly), Ed Harris (Gene Kranz), Kathleen Quinlan (Marilyn), Mary Schellhardt (Barbara), Emily Lloyd (Susan), Miko Hughes (Jeff).
Apollo 13 starts off nicely with some character introductions, background, and plot setup. Once we are all on the same page the 3 astronauts are blasted into space and things get much more interesting. What was expected to be a routine mission now the lunar landing was completed turns into much more. When the spacecraft suffers massive internal damage NASA and the crew must find a way to get everyone back home safe. The result is some incredible intensity and tension punctuated by a well known Happy Ever After ending.
Acting was solid with Harris and Quinlan both delivering exceptionally well. Hanks did a nice job and seemed to work well with others. Sinise delivered nicely throughout. Bacon was okay but felt a bit misplaced in this role. The remainder of the supporting cast was enjoyable and presented well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are all very well done. CGI and effects are all nicely done with good attention to detail and fit. Dialogue was good and moved things along at a nice pace. Sound and soundtrack are enjoyable.
Apollo 13 is a wonderfully done historical drama. Despite the almost 2 1/2 hour runtime the film holds attention well at most every step. With solid acting and technical work, most will enjoy the entire 140 minutes.
With some mild sexuality and violence, and a bit of foul language, this should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 1995
Reviewed: 5.28.19
Star rating: 5 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Dramas Based on Real Life, Suspense, Action, Thriller
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
Tom Hanks (Jim Lovell), Bill Paxton (Fred Haise), Kevin Bacon (Jack Swigert), Gary Sinise (Ken Mattingly), Ed Harris (Gene Kranz), Kathleen Quinlan (Marilyn), Mary Schellhardt (Barbara), Emily Lloyd (Susan), Miko Hughes (Jeff).
Apollo 13 starts off nicely with some character introductions, background, and plot setup. Once we are all on the same page the 3 astronauts are blasted into space and things get much more interesting. What was expected to be a routine mission now the lunar landing was completed turns into much more. When the spacecraft suffers massive internal damage NASA and the crew must find a way to get everyone back home safe. The result is some incredible intensity and tension punctuated by a well known Happy Ever After ending.
Acting was solid with Harris and Quinlan both delivering exceptionally well. Hanks did a nice job and seemed to work well with others. Sinise delivered nicely throughout. Bacon was okay but felt a bit misplaced in this role. The remainder of the supporting cast was enjoyable and presented well.
Camera work, sets, and backgrounds are all very well done. CGI and effects are all nicely done with good attention to detail and fit. Dialogue was good and moved things along at a nice pace. Sound and soundtrack are enjoyable.
Apollo 13 is a wonderfully done historical drama. Despite the almost 2 1/2 hour runtime the film holds attention well at most every step. With solid acting and technical work, most will enjoy the entire 140 minutes.
With some mild sexuality and violence, and a bit of foul language, this should be fine for teens and above.
Released: 1995
Reviewed: 5.28.19
Star rating: 5 out of 5
Genre: Drama, Dramas Based on Real Life, Suspense, Action, Thriller
copyright ©2019 Dave Riedel
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