The movie centers around a compelling partnership—though this aspect isn’t revealed until the very end. Otherwise, what precedes that feels like an unremarkable project for everyone involved. Richard Gere – an actor whose continued popularity I still find hard to grasp – plays “Zack,” raised by his father "Byron" (Robert Loggia) after his mother passed away. Now grown, he’s trying to become independent. Eager to demo…

Ignore the negative comments; this film is genuinely inspiring. Zack Mayo, having spent years dealing with his womanizing, alcoholic father in the navy, decides to join up himself. He intends to become a jet pilot and signs up for a rigorous Naval Aviation Officer Candidate School. Accustomed to being independent and doing things his own way, Zack has to conform if he wants to succeed. While forming friendships an…