Airplane! is a masterful spoof of ‘70s disaster movies that transcends genres to make fun of anyone and everyone. No group or idea is safe from this movie’s relentless onslaught of stereotypes and comedic jabs so quick you may miss them. This precisely is what makes it so fun to watch. Its subjects of ridicule are varied, from proselytizing churchgoers to differences in cultural tendencies between members of different races.
Airplane! almost never slows down, and the result is an outrageously funny movie perfect for a movie night with friends. Due to the subtle and unexpected nature of many of the jokes, audiences will benefit from multiple viewings. Many of the jokes become funnier through repeated viewings, and jokes that previously went unnoticed will join the mix and make for a great experience all over again.
Fans of comedy will greatly appreciate Airplane! because it is perhaps one of the best of all time. Even those not predisposed to enjoying comedy movies should give it a try, because it is well worth the minimal effort it may take to enjoy it.