The echoes of 'Top Gun: Maverick' are difficult to ignore, but 'Devotion' is still worthwhile viewing. Jonathan Majors delivers a strong performance, and there are moments where his acting really shines. Glen Powell, who was also in another film from 2022, is good as well. I don’t believe their characters quite spark with ideal chemistry, but I appreciated watching them and found myself respecting the people they …

Glen Powell returns as a pilot in this serviceable film honoring two men who flew during the Korean conflict. He portrays Tom Hudner, partnered with Jesse Brown (Jonathan Majors), who became his wingman. They entered the US Navy roughly concurrently, and their connection felt nearly like a brotherhood while they went through training and faced actual combat side by side. It’s during one particular mission that this f…

It’s unfortunate that Devotion faced competition from another well-known movie about aviators this year, but it distinguishes itself through a more realistic and serious tone. Devotion centers on the story of Jessie Brown, the first Black aviator, portrayed by Jonathan Majors, and his relationship with fellow pilot Tom Hudner, played by Glen Powell. Initially, they seem to be assessing each other’s character. Even…

Devotion centers on characters with intricate emotional lives, aiming to recognize overlooked individuals and thoughtfully explore ethical considerations, even though the narrative occasionally feels predictable. It lacks the fast-paced thrills of a similar movie, but that’s not really its goal; instead, it thrives on exploring the personal journeys of its characters. Jonathan Majors and Glen Powell both deliver o…