Flight 7500 (2014)

Flight 7500 struggles to take off with a weak script and a plot that promised depth but failed to deliver. The story is riddled with missed opportunities, and the cinematography feels inconsistent, often focusing on elements that seem important but are never revisited. At times, it feels like the editing prioritizes aesthetic shots over storytelling, as if every frame aimed to be a landscape photograph rather than serve the narrative.

The script falters with awkward and tone-deaf lines, like a character choking and gasping, "I can't breathe," followed by someone asking, "Are you okay?" Discussions about spirits of the dead are treated with a bizarre casualness that undercuts the gravity such moments should have. This lack of emotional resonance makes the dialogue feel hollow and disjointed.

Performance-wise, the acting is a mixed bag. Amy Smart does her best with the limited material, but her role doesn’t give her much to work with. Ryan Kwanten, who plays Lance Morrell, the first character to die, delivers the most compelling performance in the film. Overall, Flight 7500 had potential, but with a shallow script, lackluster acting, and confusing editing, it fails to leave a lasting impression.