Directed by:
Tony ScottCinematography:
Jeffrey L. KimballComposer:
Harold FaltermeyerCast:
Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards, Tom Skerritt, Michael Ironside, John Stockwell, Barry Tubb, Rick Rossovich, Tim Robbins (more)VOD (4)
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In TOP GUN, Tom Cruise stars as Maverick, a talented training pilot in an elite U.S. school for fighter pilots. When he stumbles upon some MiG's over the Persian Gulf, and his wingman panics, Maverick cleverly talks him through the situation to safety. Consequently, he is moved up in rank and sent to the Top Gun Naval Flying School. There he has several conflicts with other students while trying to live up to his deceased father's reputation. Unable to cope with the death of his best friend, and fellow pilot, Goose, Maverick contemplates dropping out, but follows through with his dream and ultimately becomes one of the "best of the best." (official distributor synopsis)
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After the iconic Hot Shots, this is basically my second encounter with Top Gun. I would have probably ignored if it wasn't for the sequel, which is currently receiving praise from all sides. Top Gun is an 80s movie with all the trimmings, which has its advantages and disadvantages. Maverick is the quintessential example of an arrogant, self-centred, ruthless macho man, but – as it happens – he has his weaknesses, as evidenced by his relationship with Charlie and Goose. From a technical point of view, it is a solidly made film, brimming with badass action and more than one decent sequence, but the script is a rather mediocre affair that may not appeal to everyone. Alongside that characteristic 80s machismo, heroism and romance, the amazing theme song “Take My Breath Away” is an integral part of the film. If I had seen the film when it was released, I would have certainly given it a higher rating, but now it's worth a better three stars.
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After many years, I watched Top Gun again (I needed to refresh my memory before today’s planned visit to the movie theater for the sequel). I might be swimming against the tide, but my positive feelings persist even after this latest viewing. Sure, Tony Scott’s directorial style isn’t for everyone, but I’m one of his devoted fans, so I’m completely satisfied in that regard. Essentially, Hollywood’s debut for then-young Cruise turned out great; he demonstrated that he’s not just a pretty face but also possesses undeniable acting talent. The supporting cast didn’t play second fiddle either (Tom Skerritt was excellent!), and the perfect chemistry between Cruise and Kelly McGillis added to the film’s success. From a story perspective, it sometimes feels like the most clichéd trope, I admit, but sometimes a simple plot is enough. And the audiovisuals for 1986 are top-notch; I appreciate that the creators opted for practical effects—those F-14s were a joy to watch, let’s be honest. We’ll see what the sequel brings, but the original deserves a solid 8/10. P.S. And the music? Absolute perfection.
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It’d been many years since I saw Top Gun. So, the time had come to watch the movie once again after I was given a long and exhausting speech by the user Enšpígl to see whether what he was saying is true. However, I believe that his review is affected by the time he saw the movie. After the fall of the communist regime, at a time of euphoria and joy. I mean seeing Top Gun in the cinema must have felt akin to a gift from gods at that time. And I totally get that. It’s a pity I cannot see it this way. Anyways, Tom Cruise as the Maverick and the excellent music speak volumes. Tony Scott always knew very well what kind of movie he wanted to shoot. Thus, Top Gun will forever remain his most honest movie with everything that entails. And that soundtrack will be popular forever.
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The ultimate guilty pleasure. A film so military/American in every way that perhaps it could best be described with the slightly pejorative term "army porn". But what's the use, when it was one of the first films I was scouring video stores for in the early 90s and saw for the first time when I was about 10 years old. It just sticks with you. And of course, I wanted to be like Maverick back then. Now, years later, I've seen it again on Blu-ray in the original version (the original Czech dub is not on Blu-ray, of course) and it might be blasphemy, but it hasn't aged a day for me. American ultra-patriotism in 80s retro styling under Tony Scott's exceptionally slick and intoxicating visuals.
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Sure, it's basically just an action romance and not much else, a romance that tries to appear somewhat tough but not too sexy to be accessible to a mainstream audience. But the movie still has an incredible drive, and it's simply a ballad in the air. It's just a shame that the whole film is one big cliché. But Tony Scott knew how to get it moving to a good rhythm.
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