If you've never seen a B-17 in flight, you've missed one of the most awe-inspiring sights of aviation (many people were introduced to this famed WWII bomber plane in the 1990 feature film Memphis Belle). Even after 60 years this formidable aerial “Flying Fortress” is still lovingly remembered by the men who flew them, as viewers will discover in B-17: Flying Legend, which combines archival and contemporary footage along with stirring interviews to limn a wonderful portrait of the development, manufacture, and deployment of the B-17. DVD extras include William Wyler's award-winning 1944 documentary The Memphis Belle, over 200 photos of B-17s, and a virtual tour inside the plane. An excellent program presented on a value-added DVD, this will definitely be a popular addition to public, academic, and military libraries. Highly recommended. Editor's Choice. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Carlson)
B-17: Flying Legend
(2002) 52 min. DVD: $24.95 ($75 w/PPR). Janson Media. Color cover. ISBN: 1-56839-138-2. Volume 19, Issue 5
B-17: Flying Legend
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