The Theory of Flight

1999

R

1h 41m

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Drama
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Romance

A dreamer who aspires to human flight is assigned public service after one of his attempts off a public building. This leads him to meeting a young woman, who is dying of motor neuron disease. The strong-willed woman admits her wish to be de-flowered before her death. The man, struggling to maintain his relationship with his girl friend, declines but offers to help pay for a gigolo to do the deed. The following events play off the inherent comedy and drama of the circumstances.

Writers

Richard Hawkins(writer by)

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Release date

January 22, 1999 (United States)

Country of origin

United Kingdom

Language

English

Production companies

BBC Film
Distant Horizon

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