This is 2009 based on a true story. Doug White (Dennis Quaid) is a pharmacist in small town Louisiana who takes one flying lesson. He is devastated by his brother's death and starts questioning God. He is flying home from the funeral with his wife Terri (Heather Graham) and two daughters on a small private plane. The pilot dies during the flight and he is forced to land the plane with only God and his wife as his co-pilots.
The first part of this Christian film is rather slow. It tries to establish the close sibling relationship, but I still find Doug's doubt too abrupt. It's something that would happen if a child accidentally dies. The brother is a middle age guy who loves his ribs. Sure, it's a tragedy, but it's not unforeseeable. Everybody dies. Doug's religious journey is an important aspect of the movie and it needs to be done right. On the other hand, I like Doug losing all hope on the plane. It's a great opportunity for praying. I really like that section for a Christian film. There are other issues. I almost laughed when they jerry-rigged the cockpit. I kept thinking Home Alone. The kids are not necessary. They could have gave them a little something to contribute to the rescue. All in all, this movie is a bumpy ride. It mostly works after they get on the plane.
The first part of this Christian film is rather slow. It tries to establish the close sibling relationship, but I still find Doug's doubt too abrupt. It's something that would happen if a child accidentally dies. The brother is a middle age guy who loves his ribs. Sure, it's a tragedy, but it's not unforeseeable. Everybody dies. Doug's religious journey is an important aspect of the movie and it needs to be done right. On the other hand, I like Doug losing all hope on the plane. It's a great opportunity for praying. I really like that section for a Christian film. There are other issues. I almost laughed when they jerry-rigged the cockpit. I kept thinking Home Alone. The kids are not necessary. They could have gave them a little something to contribute to the rescue. All in all, this movie is a bumpy ride. It mostly works after they get on the plane.