Restoring the Power and Beauty of 'Wings'

Restoring the Power and Beauty of 'Wings'

2012•14m•8.0/10

Documentary

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8.0/10(1)

A thorough and thoroughly entertaining look at "Wings" and the undertaking of restoring the film's visuals, recreating and re-recording its score, and adding authentic sound effects.

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King Media Services, Paramount Home Entertainment

Language

EN

Status

Released

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William Wellman Jr.

William Wellman Jr.

Self

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