Thursday, November 21, 2024

Tag: Adam Makos

Devotion (2022)*

Title: Devotion
Rating: PG-13
Directed by: J.D. Dillard
Written by: Jake Crane and Jonathan A. H. Stewart
Based on the book by: Adam Makos
Starring: Jonathan Majors, Glen Powell, Christina Jackson, Thomas Sadoski, and Joe Jonas

Release Date: 11/23/2022
Running Time: 148 minutes

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What did you think of this film?

The true story of two elite US Navy fighter pilots who helped turn the tide in the most brutal battle in the Korean War: Jesse Brown, the first Black aviator in Navy history and his fellow fighter pilot and friend, Tom Hudner. Their heroic sacrifices and enduring friendship would ultimately make them the Navy’s most celebrated wingmen.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
Photos of the real people depicted in the film are shown alongside the actors who portrayed them. News clippings and photos are also shown. Lastly, we see a Corsair flying in the clouds, which veers left off the screen.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? Yes

after the credits
A photo of Lieutenant Bruce Dillard in an aviator suit is shown, holding his young son, J.D. Dillard (The Director of this movie), in his arms.
“For Dad, who continues to teach me how to fly. -jd”

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Memoriam: In Loving Memory of:
Lura Brown
Fletcher Brown

Note: Jesse Brown was posthumously awarded a distinguished flying cross medal.
Tom Hudner and Daisy Brown kept trying to get the body of Jesse back until their deaths and it is a fight that the Browns and Hudners continue to this day.

Special thanks to Tony for this submission