Aces High

In the midst of World War I's brutal third year, British fighter pilots are facing an unimaginable loss rate – their average life expectancy is a mere fortnight. Aces High recreates the grueling days of the Royal Flying Corps, where young pilot Stephen Croft joins a squadron commanded by the seasoned Major John Gresham. As the strain of constant battle takes its toll on Gresham's own command and his relationship with Croft, the film presents a poignant portrayal of war's futility and the human cost of heroism.