Collision Course (3¾ Stars)

In the light of current events this is a very topical film. During a series of solar flares a plane flying from Houston to Long Beach is hit by an electro-magnetic pulse that disables the plane's communication systems. The pilot is dead and the co-pilot is unconscious. An airline executive (who has no flying skills) tries to get support from passengers to land the plane safely, but they are agitated and fighting among themselves.

I have the feeling that many critics, whether professional or amateurs, give a film a bad review as soon as they see Fred Olen Ray's name on the cover. Sometimes I feel that they write without having even watched it. The acting in this film can't be faulted. Despite being a low budget film, all the actors turned in good performances. Fred's skilful directing captured the claustrophobic atmosphere of 60 sweaty people in a pilotless plane. There were enough subplots to keep the film interesting, maybe too many if anything, but hearing about the family problems helps the viewers get to know the characters.

This isn't an Oscar winning film, as I'm sure Fred himself would agree, but it's nail-biting action from start to finish. It's a good film to watch when cuddled up with your partner on the sofa on a cold evening. And in case I still haven't convinced you, it stars the beautiful Tia Carrere.