A true Vietnam War story, safely apolitical, celebrating individual effort and lamenting any loss of life on either side. It hovers (literally at times) around Lt. Col. Iceal Hambleton, who's downed on a reconnaissance flight in V.C.-occupied territory and makes his way back through the jungle under the protective eye, and radio transmissions, of a solo pilot known only to him as "Bird Dog." Since the real Iceal Hambleton is listed as Advisor in the opening credits, suspense runs on low throughout. Gene Hackman, Danny Glover; directed by Peter Markle. (1988) — Duncan Shepherd
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