“Unlocking the Skies: How ‘With Wings As Eagles’ Soars Beyond Expectations in a Tale of Redemption and Courage”
In the cinematic landscape of the 1990s, few names shone as brightly as Randall Wallace, particularly after the thunderous acclaim of “Braveheart.” However, just two years later, Wallace found himself juggling the daunting task of crafting a script centered on a German war hero whose moral compass is put to the ultimate test during the waning days of World War II. Imagine being tasked with exterminating 8,000 American POWs, and instead, deciding to orchestrate their escape!
This screenplay, titled “With Wings as Eagles,” dances through themes of redemption, conflict, and unexpected alliances. You may even find yourself pondering the question—what makes a hero, when the lines between right and wrong blur in the chaos of war? Unfortunately, despite an eager Arnold Schwarzenegger initially attached to the project, the script never quite took flight, leaving an intriguing, albeit unresolved, piece of storytelling in its wake. So, let’s take a closer look at how this compelling narrative unfolds, where complexity and character meet in a battle of wits and morals…
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Genre: Drama/Action/WW2
Premise: At the tail end of World War 2, a German war hero is tasked with exterminating 8000 American POWs… but instead helps them escape.
About: Today’s screenplay takes us back to the fruitful screenwriting decade that was the 1990s. Randall Wallace was one of the hottest screenwriters in the world. Just two years previous, in 1995, his movie, “Braveheart,” would capture audiences everywhere and go on to win the Oscar for Best Picture. Today’s 1997 Wallace script had Arnold Schwarzzeneger eagerly ready to commit. However, after Arnold changed his mind, the project never picked up enough steam again to make it to the finish line.
Writer: Randall Wallace
Details: 109 pages
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