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Post by Rhino » Tue Nov 28, 2006 1:45 pm

Looks like a new documentary is inbound due April 2007. Here is a trailer from YouTube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eym1yJnAmPs

Looks to be pretty good, but not sure if Reach for the Sky can be beat, we shall have to see.
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Post by Rock » Tue Nov 28, 2006 1:52 pm

Nice find Rhino. We were told about this movie in Las Vegas and are looking forward to its release. Apparently it is from the same film makers that did the Reach for the Sky video so it's bound to be good. Can't wait to get it as my copy of Reach for the Sky is almost worn out :D
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Post by Convertible » Tue Nov 28, 2006 2:34 pm

Rock if you remember, they were actually fiming on Friday when we were there at Nellis. Great find Rhino. I can't wait either. Looks to be real good!!!

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Post by STRIKER » Tue Nov 28, 2006 6:27 pm

LOL, I just think its cool to say we were there seeing them film it! Cant wait to see it when it comes out!
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Post by Bulldog » Tue Nov 28, 2006 6:32 pm

Ah very cool clip! I am definitely going to have to catch this, if I remember of course :lol:
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Post by FALCON56 » Tue Nov 28, 2006 8:27 pm

Does anyone know if its going to be like the Blue Angels year in the life show...Also, is there going to be an airshow just like the Reach for the Sky DVD?? Just curious

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GOOD MOVIE

Post by usaf192 » Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:25 pm

THIS MOVIE IS SO GOOD IT MAKE YOU SOB WITH JOY
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Post by Lawndart » Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:35 pm

usaf192 wrote:THIS MOVIE IS SO GOOD IT MAKE YOU SOB WITH JOY
Which one? There were referrences to three different ones in this thread...
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Post by usaf192 » Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:39 pm

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Post by Lawndart » Sat Dec 30, 2006 2:54 pm

That's why I asked. I wasn't aware that it was released yet :?: :? Have you had the privilege to see it or parts of it already possibly?
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Post by FutureThunderbird » Fri Sep 21, 2007 8:08 pm

Okay well anyone know anything more about this? I haven't heard it advertised on PBS and idk where you can buy the dvd at either?
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Post by Lawndart » Fri Sep 21, 2007 10:32 pm

www.thunderbirds50.com. E-mail Dennis Hall at precision@Thunderbirds50.com for an Order Form for the DVD.

Unfortunately, they only accept check or money order (so rudimentary I know). :roll: Write 'em a check and put it in the snail-mailbox! :wink:

I received my copy of this DVD in the mail a few weeks back and it's definitely worth getting! Some new camera views during maneuvers, many of which were filmed during Aviation Nation last year as already mentioned and besides, you'll still learn a thing or two even if it lacks in continuity between maneuvers or anything more than a random glimpse of various maneuvers in no particular order. Of course "Fifi" is the center of attention, being the first female pilot on the Thunderbirds as this was filmed during last season. I thoroughly enjoyed the Cockpit Tour and Walk-Around with "Pinto" in the bonus material! Especially the part about the stop watch and wearing out two pair of gloves... :shock: :D I also like the quote on the inside of the toilet that's passed between the Blues and Birds for losing the annual softball game! No, really that's an understatement... I LOVE THAT QUOTE!!! :lol:

The DVD is in standard 480p quality, but shot with good cameras, so the footage is clean and crisp despite its lack of HD.
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