James Franco, Jean Reno. An intriguing dramatization recreating the world of an elite group of U.S. pilots who volunteered for France's legendary Lafayette Escadrille, prior to America entering World War I. Enlisting for different reasons but serving a common goal, these brave young men flew battle missions against the Germans, with new, mechanically imperfect aircraft and exemplified American courage and commitment at it's highest level. 2006/color/140 min/PG-13.