Introduction"Flying", also called "Dream to Believe", is a 1986 significant film directed by Paul Lynch. It stars the teenage star of 'The Karate Kid', Robyn Lively, as a young gymnast struggling to understand her dreams against all odds. The movie, showcasing the normal underdog sports story, contains styles of enthusiasm, determination, durability, relationship, love, and personal development, in the middle of the backdrop of the competitive world of gymnastics.
Plot SummaryThe plot revolves around the character of Robin Crew (played by Robyn Lively), a teenage woman who lost her mom and, due to a previous vehicle accident, has a limp which prevents her gymnastic capabilities. Robin is portrayed as a high-spirited character with a deep love for gymnastics, despite her physical restrictions and her blue-collar daddy's displeasure, who fears another injury for her.
Robin moves to a brand-new town and tries her finest to suit a new school and gymnastic team. She is challenged with a hostile coach, an inner circle of improved gymnasts, and a popular however arrogant girl, nicknamed 'the Iron Maiden' who sees her as competitors. Robin's only friend is her confidant, Tommy (played by Keanu Reeves), a hopeful mechanic who covertly likes Robin.
Notwithstanding the hurdles, Robin reveals enormous decision. She defies the chances by refining her gymnastics skills on an improvised training setup in her garage. Amidst numerous instances of victimization at the hands of her popular schoolmates and her dad's constant discouragement, Robin continues to show bravery, durability, and determination.
Significant ClimaxWhen Robin is barred from participating in a gymnastics competition by her coach due to her limp, Tommy takes up the obstacle to help her. He becomes her informal trainer, assisting her to construct her strength, enhance her strategies, and restore her self-esteem.
The significant climax unfolds when Robin suddenly loses Tommy in an accident - the very coach who had been the force behind her development up until now. Despite the heartbreaking loss, Robin channels her sorrow into her gymnastics, encouraged by the dream of having a homage performance for Tommy.
ConclusionIn keeping with the classic underdog story arc, the film culminates in an emotional finale in which Robin defies all expectations and constraints and provides an amazing gymnastic efficiency. She ascends the winner's podium at the yearly gymnastics competitors, paying a worthy tribute to Tommy and recognizing her supreme dream regardless of the difficulties she faced.
Effect and Reception"Flying" was well-received, particularly for Lynch's direction, the script, and the good efficiencies, particularly by Lively and Reeves. The highlight of the film was its capability to resonate mentally with audiences through a story of misfortune, strength, and accomplishment, especially in the context of the competitive world of teenager gymnastics. Through its strong storytelling, "Flying" has continued to inspire audiences over the years.
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