Directed by Clint Eastwood, this 96 minute drama is an engaging and interesting film. All the performances are great. As to be expected, Tom Hanks is excellent in the movie. Aaron Eckhart is very convincing as the sarcastic co-pilot.
The pacing is quite good, as there is rarely a dull moment. The screenplay does a decent job at sprinkling humor throughout the dramatic scenes.
The plane crash is exceedingly well done, as it serves as an intense scene even for those who know the story. The way our protagonists outsmart the government in the film's final moments is very well handled.
For all its pros, Sully is far from perfect. The film constantly jumps back and forth between the past and present, which makes the narrative feel somewhat disjointed.
The way Sully's family is incorporated into the movie doesn't really add up to anything. He occasionally calls them on the phone, and that's the extent of their involvement. There are also a few scenes that feel like filler, as the story the film is based on isn't very complicated or theatrical.
Overall, Sully is a compelling and well done drama. The true story is adapted quite well, and the directing and acting is very strong. As an adaptation of a true story, Sully soars.
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