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Burning Blue
Burning Blue

Burning Blue

June 6, 2014· 1h 40m
Directed by
Cinemagraphs Score6.4

Two Navy fighter pilots find themselves in the midst of a forbidden relationship throwing their lives and careers into disarray.

Critics Sentiment

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13 reviews·Last updated 28d ago
Peak Moment

Dan faces hearing chaired by his Admiral father

7.8at 1h 28m
Lowest Moment

Third pilot accident occurs escalating NCIS pressure on Dan

5.2at 1h 14m
Biggest Swing

Sharp recovery from the confusing third accident to the emotionally engaging final quarter

The film starts with moderate praise for its military setting and attractive cast, dips significantly in the middle due to confusing plot developments and poor pacing, then recovers strongly in the final act when the Don't Ask Don't Tell drama becomes more direct and emotionally resonant. Critics consistently praised the lead actors' chemistry while criticizing the muddled narrative structure and editing.

13 reviews analyzed|Sources: Critic_blog, Imdb, Tmdb
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Dan Lynch and Will Stephensen introduced as Navy pilots
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Dan and Will fly F/A-18 Hornets in training
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Matt Blackwood arrives on the carrier as new pilot
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John Cokely begins NCIS investigation into pilot accidents
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Matt decides to leave his wife and move in with Dan
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Third pilot accident occurs escalating NCIS pressure on Dan⬇ Lowest moment
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Dan faces hearing chaired by his Admiral father⬆ Peak moment
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Dan resigns his commission rather than deny his relationship
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