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Afterburn (1992)
Released By: HBO Video   Rating: R   In Theaters: N/A
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Studio: HBO Video
Genre: Drama
MPAA Rating: R
Director: Robert Markowitz
Language: English
Official Website: N/A
Theatrical Release: N/A
Home Video Release: N/A
Cast: Laura Dern, Robert Loggia, Vincent Spano
Published ID: 4097
UPC: 026359070525,
Plot: This riveting, fact-based made-for-cable drama follows the fight of Air Force widow Janet Harduvel to clear the name of her late husband, a pilot who died when his F-16 crashed. The official cause of the mishap was listed as pilot error, but Harduvel refuses to believe this and so launches her own investigation. She soon discovers that the problem was with the plane itself and that the Air Force is trying very hard to conceal crucial facts. Despite the bureaucracy and obstacles, the determined widow continues fighting until she finds herself facing down a major military contractor, General Dynamics, in court. ~ Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide
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a stinker
Added 9/26/2009

I have to blame my brother for even knowing about this movie since he was personally involved in the case. Having heard the actual facts of the case, it was impossible for me to like such a manipulative movie. If I wasn't aware of these facts, I would say it was an average TV movie.

For the record, Janet Harduvel lost her case on appeal for those who didn't know.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Good movie
Added 6/25/2008

Good movie. Good acting. Story about a woman whose husband is in the military and lost his life in a plane crash which she finds suspicious. Against the odds, she investigates so that she will be able to find peace with his death. This movie is based on a true story and although it is sad, it is heartwarming because of the love that was shared between the husband and the wife. Good movie to watch if you need a good cry and/or need to be reminded of what really matters in your daily life.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
not everything is perfect but truth show through
Added 8/30/2006

This movie is based off actual accounts of a fighter pilot death due to wire chaffing, an on going problem in any man made thing. Not all the facts are presented in the movie (hollywood trys to over glorify movies with "military experts" who never served a day or lifed the life as a spouse.) Over all a good content, story flow, and for the time raised a few guestions. But also consider this, in the real deal no information is released to public till investagation is done and notification of next kin.
1 out of 2 people found this helpful.
Afterburn
Added 3/10/2006

This is one of the best movies ever to come out. Not only does it restore the human faith in love, but how far a spouse will go to preserve the good name of their mate.
2 out of 4 people found this helpful.
AFTERBURN REALLY BURNS YOU UP!
Added 12/3/2002

THIS MOVIE WILL MAKE YOU WONDER IF THE MILITARY CAN TRUELY BE SO STUPID. BUT THE FACT THAT IT IS BASED ON A TRUE STORY MAKES A MILITARY SPOUCE CRINGE WITH REAL TERROR. THE STORY OF THE STREANGTH THAT THIS WIFE HAS IN THE FACE OF THE BIGGEST BRICK WALL IN OUR COUNTRY, THE UNITED STATES MILITARY IS INSPIREING! IF WE COULD ALL BE SO STRONG IN THE FACE OF TRAGEDY. I TAKE MY HAT OFF TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED BRING THIS STORY IN THE OPEN. HIGHLY ENTERTAINING YET IT MAKES YOU THINK. GREAT STUFF.
6 out of 13 people found this helpful.
a stinker
Added 9/26/2009

I have to blame my brother for even knowing about this movie since he was personally involved in the case. Having heard the actual facts of the case, it was impossible for me to like such a manipulative movie. If I wasn't aware of these facts, I would say it was an average TV movie.

For the record, Janet Harduvel lost her case on appeal for those who didn't know.

0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
Good movie
Added 6/25/2008

Good movie. Good acting. Story about a woman whose husband is in the military and lost his life in a plane crash which she finds suspicious. Against the odds, she investigates so that she will be able to find peace with his death. This movie is based on a true story and although it is sad, it is heartwarming because of the love that was shared between the husband and the wife. Good movie to watch if you need a good cry and/or need to be reminded of what really matters in your daily life.
0 out of 0 people found this helpful.
not everything is perfect but truth show through
Added 8/30/2006

This movie is based off actual accounts of a fighter pilot death due to wire chaffing, an on going problem in any man made thing. Not all the facts are presented in the movie (hollywood trys to over glorify movies with "military experts" who never served a day or lifed the life as a spouse.) Over all a good content, story flow, and for the time raised a few guestions. But also consider this, in the real deal no information is released to public till investagation is done and notification of next kin.
1 out of 2 people found this helpful.
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