Top Gun
1986
Cocky, undisciplined Maverick (Tom Cruise) flies by instinct and breaks all of the rules at the Navy fighter pilot academy with his best friend and co-pilot Goose (Anthony Edwards). Along the way, Maverick romances the civilian astrophysics instructor (Kelly McGillis) who is initially put off by his hotshot antics. When a .. Read more
| Starring | Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Anthony Edwards, Val Kilmer |
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| Director | Tony Scott |
| Genres | Action/Adventure |
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Critics' reviews (4)
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Quentin Tarantino's vigorous assertion in Sleep with Me that this is the ultimate gay fantasy movie rather pulls the carpet from under the feet of those attempting to appraise this slavish tribute to flash fly boys and their hi-tech toys. There is no denying the quality and entertainment value of the flying sequences, which effortlessly blend mile-high footage with state-of-the-art modelwork, but the rivalry between Tom Cruise and Val Kilmer, and Cruise's tempestuous affair with Kelly McGillis, are pure bunk. Yet, with the shameful exception of McGillis, all emerged with reputations enhanced, particularly director Tony Scott, who takes all the credit for preventing this mindless macho daydream from nose-diving.
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The story is risible, the direction routine, the underlying ethic highly questionable; but the flying stirs the blood... read more on Time Out
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A feast of hardware and noisy music; not much story.
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Most helpful members' reviews (3)
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12 out of 13 people found this review helpful
Top Gun...Top Film
I can't believe i am the first person to be singing the praises of this film...it is an absolute classic and i can see no circumstances where it should be passed over.
A simple piece of advice...watch it, watch it now and you'll be quoting lines and siging up to be a fighter pilot before you know it.
There really is something for everyone, convince the missus it's a love story then sit back and enjoy the fighter pilot action.
Simply genius. -
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful
It's still got it......
Everyone my age (28) can remember Top Gun when it came out - women wanted to be with Tom Cruise, and men wanted to be him (even down to those awful leather jackets with dodgy airforce logos).
Top Gun was a film that defined an era, it appealed to men (motorbikes, planes, guns, competition and killing bad guys) women (Tom Cruise, men in showers, romance) and children (Neeeoooowwww, bang bang bang!)
The question is, does it still deserve a watch? Absolutely! I rented this the other night and I defy you not to spot/feel the following:
1. You will sing Dangerzone / Take my breath away in your head for days afterwards.
2. You will laugh when you see the doctor from ER with hair and a moustache.
3. You will HAVE to turn your surround sound up to get the full 'whoosh' of the planes.
4.You will get a tear in your eye when Goose dies.
5.The women in the house will make some comment about how good looking Tom is, especially with his top off.
6.The men will question why in the romantic scene there are bright lights behind the windows, and Tom's teeth look wierd (It's a jealousy thing girls!)
7.Everyone will comment on how good the film is when it's finished!
Does his story have some socially responsible message? Err No. This is an out and out, leave your brain at the door action movie, with plenty to entertain the whole family! Rent it now! -
8 out of 9 people found this review helpful
Ultrapassed
This movie was good, maybe, when our minds were so innocent as to accept such heroism, like the other old famous movies of this while are tired, this kind of action is like Stallone or Arnie.
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Most recent members' reviews (2)
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3 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Homoerotic masterpiece
Well hello flyboy! This gay classic has it all: towel-clad locker room scenes, beach volley ball, tight uniforms, more locker room scenes, well-oiled muscular pretty boys preening and pouting, tragic love, karaoke, Val Kilmer, Tom Cruise. As a previous reviewer has already said, it makes you want to join the Airforce. Rent this, dim the lights, lock the door, have a box of tissues ready and have yourself a good time boy!!
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4 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Enter the danger zone
Had to watch this with the future wife, her choice not mine.
Turn the lights off. Put your surround to full. Switch brain to awe. Ah the 80s excesses, right wing politics, cold war paranoia, jingoistic flag waving (think 40s and 50s type patriotic flying movies).
Still a watchable movie today with some of the best flight sequences
you will ever see.
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12 out of 13 people found this review helpful
Top Gun...Top Film
I can't believe i am the first person to be singing the praises of this film...it is an absolute classic and i can see no circumstances where it should be passed over.
A simple piece of advice...watch it, watch it now and you'll be quoting lines and siging up to be a fighter pilot before you know it.
There really is something for everyone, convince the missus it's a love story then sit back and enjoy the fighter pilot action.
Simply genius. -
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful
It's still got it......
Everyone my age (28) can remember Top Gun when it came out - women wanted to be with Tom Cruise, and men wanted to be him (even down to those awful leather jackets with dodgy airforce logos).
Top Gun was a film that defined an era, it appealed to men (motorbikes, planes, guns, competition and killing bad guys) women (Tom Cruise, men in showers, romance) and children (Neeeoooowwww, bang bang bang!)
The question is, does it still deserve a watch? Absolutely! I rented this the other night and I defy you not to spot/feel the following:
1. You will sing Dangerzone / Take my breath away in your head for days afterwards.
2. You will laugh when you see the doctor from ER with hair and a moustache.
3. You will HAVE to turn your surround sound up to get the full 'whoosh' of the planes.
4.You will get a tear in your eye when Goose dies.
5.The women in the house will make some comment about how good looking Tom is, especially with his top off.
6.The men will question why in the romantic scene there are bright lights behind the windows, and Tom's teeth look wierd (It's a jealousy thing girls!)
7.Everyone will comment on how good the film is when it's finished!
Does his story have some socially responsible message? Err No. This is an out and out, leave your brain at the door action movie, with plenty to entertain the whole family! Rent it now! -
8 out of 9 people found this review helpful
Ultrapassed
This movie was good, maybe, when our minds were so innocent as to accept such heroism, like the other old famous movies of this while are tired, this kind of action is like Stallone or Arnie.
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5 out of 5 people found this review helpful
Top Gun THE BEST OF THE BEST!!!!!
I have owned this film for well over 8 years. i had it on vhs until it broke and now have it on dvd. This film is a classic it makes everyone want to become a fighter pilot young or old.With the action of thwe f14 tomcat and the love story and tragedy all rolled in to one its a must see for anyone its got something for everyone. The score is fantstic anyone who enjoys this film will appreciate the soundtrack with songs like mighty wings,danger zone and the classic take my breath away.The cast are all young and pretty which helps for very good viewing ie The volleyball scene!!!With TOM CRUISE,VAL KILMER,TOM SERIKKT,ANTHONY EDWARDS,KELLY MCGILLES. Its an feel good film NOT to be missed.Its my all time favourite film. And it still takes my breath away. I will always have this film in my collection and you will to if you see it. The bouns disc is worth it to 3 hrs of documentries on how they made this wonderful film.
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4 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Enter the danger zone
Had to watch this with the future wife, her choice not mine.
Turn the lights off. Put your surround to full. Switch brain to awe. Ah the 80s excesses, right wing politics, cold war paranoia, jingoistic flag waving (think 40s and 50s type patriotic flying movies).
Still a watchable movie today with some of the best flight sequences
you will ever see. -
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Best feel good film Ever!
This film is simply one of the best films you will ever have the opportunity to see and enjoy. It has a great cast, Tom Cruise, Val Kilmer, Meg Ryan, Anthony Edwards, Tom Skeritt.....and the list goes on!.
It has action, Romance and some great lines!
If you haven't seen it yet, its worth a watch. -
3 out of 4 people found this review helpful
Homoerotic masterpiece
Well hello flyboy! This gay classic has it all: towel-clad locker room scenes, beach volley ball, tight uniforms, more locker room scenes, well-oiled muscular pretty boys preening and pouting, tragic love, karaoke, Val Kilmer, Tom Cruise. As a previous reviewer has already said, it makes you want to join the Airforce. Rent this, dim the lights, lock the door, have a box of tissues ready and have yourself a good time boy!!
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2 out of 3 people found this review helpful
One of the ALL TIME BEST Films
Cracking movie. Watched it until my VHS version wore out. Got it on DVD, now waiting for the SE to come out.
Superb acting from EVERY actor/ress.
It contains comedy, romance, hi-octane action, hunky men(if you like that sort of thing), sexy women, awfully fun karaoke, tragedy, more action and most importantly the director brings ALL of this together beautifully. Can't think of any better film. -
1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
Badly Listed
I really did think this was the movie plus bonus features. Having not seen the movie before, this disc was rubbish and I sent it straight back.
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1 out of 1 person found this review helpful
TOP GUN
THE GREATEST FILM BAR NONE. DEFINATELY ONE FOR THE LADS
Critics' reviews (4)
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Quentin Tarantino's vigorous assertion in Sleep with Me that this is the ultimate gay fantasy movie rather pulls the carpet from under the feet of those attempting to appraise this slavish tribute to flash fly boys and their hi-tech toys. There is no denying the quality and entertainment value of the flying sequences, which effortlessly blend mile-high footage with state-of-the-art modelwork, but the rivalry between Tom Cruise and Val Kilmer, and Cruise's tempestuous affair with Kelly McGillis, are pure bunk. Yet, with the shameful exception of McGillis, all emerged with reputations enhanced, particularly director Tony Scott, who takes all the credit for preventing this mindless macho daydream from nose-diving.
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The story is risible, the direction routine, the underlying ethic highly questionable; but the flying stirs the blood... read more on Time Out
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A feast of hardware and noisy music; not much story.
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"...Strong visuals....A thrilling ride..."
Buy from the LOVEFiLM shop
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Cocky, undisciplined Maverick (Tom Cruise) flies by instinct and breaks all of the rules at the Navy fighter pilot academy with his best friend and co-pilot Goose (Anthony Edwards). Along the way, Maverick romances the civilian astrophysics instructor (Kelly McGillis) who is initially put off by ...
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Top Gun
Cocky, undisciplined Maverick (Tom Cruise) flies by instinct and breaks all of the rules at the Navy fighter pilot academy with his best friend and co-pilot Goose (Anthony Edwards). Along the way, Maverick romances the civilian astrophysics instructor (Kelly McGillis) who is initially put off by ...
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