Product Details

• Directors: Chris Woods
• Producers: Carissa Buffel
• Format: Color, Dolby, Widescreen, Collector's Edition, Anamorphic
• Language: English
• Region: All Regions
• Number of discs: 1
• Run Time: 30 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• ASIN: B002L83CWC
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #55,509 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

Using vibrant, thrilling hi-def aerial photography, Gray Eagles shows the reunion between humble WWII Mustang ace Jim Brooks and the historic plane February, that after 60 years, he never thought he would see again. Inspired by the flood of memories that were triggered by this unimaginable encounter, the 87-year old pilot finally breaks his silence, sharing his stories and experiences of war with the grandchildren who never thought they'd hear them. The survival of history depends on the passing along of first-hand accounts. Gray Eagles shows how a long lost friend in the guise of a plane inspired one man to share his.

Filmmaker Chris Woods' interviews with Brooks, his grandchildren, and other airmen who were touched by the Mustang's historic role, are cut together to create a compelling narrative to accompany the stunning photography. The raw wartime photos of the ace and the Mustang in their prime add depth and visual impact to this memorable, emotional, and powerful film.

Customer Reviews

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Inspiring, November 9, 2009

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Tbonz (Ohio) - See all my reviews

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This is a great video paying tribute to the P-51 and the men who flew them, which was fine with me. So much is owed to those planes and pilots for the part they played in winning the war against Nazi Germany. America should NEVER forget the heroes of the USAAF of WW2.

This video is a sentimental look at the restoration of a P-51 and the affect it had on a combat veteran and his family.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Family Story, March 4, 2010

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This is a well written and filmed story of aviators' love for flying, the challenges war makes on families and how sharing experiences can bind the generations of a family together. I felt a connection to the family since my father and I both had a career in the US Navy and five of my sons have or are currently serving. Two of my boys are Navy F/A-18 pilots and I have given them the video to watch. There are breathtaking views from the air and heartwarming comments from three generations of a family; not mention a beautiful airplane that brings them together.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Stunning and Moving, February 25, 2010

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p47dude (Long Beach) - See all my reviews

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This was a wonderful documentary on one WWII double fighter ace, his family and his mount, a P-51 Mustang nicknamed "February". Stunning cinematography worthy of Academy recognition with a very complimentary narration by Peter Coyote. Very emotional closing footage.

It is important to note that after purchasing a copy for yourself, the [...] foundation will donate a copy to an educational foundation to ensure our youth understand why we exist today.