The Concorde... Airport '79 (1979), PG, 1 hr 34 min


The Concorde... Airport '79

Runtime: 94 minutes
Rating: PG
Studio: Universal Pictures

Franchise: Airport
Franchise Position: 4

Tagline: “The race for the ultimate power... will cost them everything.”



Ratings
My Rating: 6.5/10
Dove Foundation Rating: Family Approved 
IMDb Rating: 4.8/10 
Metacritic: N/A

Plot Summary
The Concorde... Airport '79 follows the thrilling adventures aboard the supersonic Concorde jet, which becomes the target of sabotage by terrorists. As the plane races to complete a critical mission, the crew and passengers face life-threatening challenges. The film combines high-speed aerial action with suspense and the familiar ensemble drama that defines the Airport series.

Critics Review
Critics generally panned The Concorde... Airport '79 for its predictable plot, weak character development, and over-the-top special effects. It was considered the weakest installment in the franchise, lacking the tension and engagement of earlier films. However, some viewers appreciated the nostalgic disaster formula and action scenes despite the film’s flaws.

Christian Perspective
The movie depicts themes of courage and perseverance in the face of evil, consistent with Christian ideals of standing against wrongdoing. It contains mild language and tense action sequences but avoids explicit content. Christians may view it as an action thriller with moral undertones, though it lacks deeper spiritual messaging.

Family Friendliness
Rated PG, The Concorde... Airport '79 has action, suspense, and mild language that may be intense for young children. Parents should exercise discretion when deciding if it’s appropriate for younger viewers. Its content is generally moderate, suitable for teens and adults who enjoy action disaster films.

Notable Scenes
Sabotage attempts aboard the Concorde jet.

High-speed supersonic flight sequences.

Terrorist confrontations in the air.

The crew’s efforts to safely land the damaged aircraft.

Dramatic rescue and resolution.

Notable Quotes
Captain: “We’re flying faster than anything has before, but danger is still close behind.”

Terrorist Leader: “You can’t stop what’s coming.”

Crew Member: “Hold on, we’re not done yet.”

Trivia
This was the final film in the original Airport disaster series.

The supersonic Concorde aircraft was used as a major plot device and filming location.

Despite negative reviews, the film attracted audiences due to the franchise’s popularity.

It features returning actors from earlier Airport films, maintaining franchise continuity.

Goofs / Continuity Errors
Some Concorde interior shots do not match the actual plane’s design.

Flight maneuvers depicted are unrealistic for the aircraft type.

Minor inconsistencies in character costumes and props.

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