Movie #31- "Flight" (2012)

John Goodman must have one hell of an agent.  The last three films I've seen him in ("The Artist", "Argo", and "Flight") have received some kind of Oscar recognition.  He doesn't have a particulary large role in any of these films, yet his characters do get your attention, especially here.
"Flight" had to be a difficult film to market.  You know about the crash that is the center of the film and the question about the pilot's condition during the crash.  However, the focal point of the film is on addiction and the struggles that Denzel Washington's character faces with alcohol and drugs.  Since he can function at his job and pull off the miraculous move that saves several lives, how can he be an addict?  He's a hero that was put in a "broken plane" (that's how he describes it in one scene).  How can he be the bad guy in this situation?
This is the second time I've seen "Flight".  The first was shortly after it arrived in theaters, and I figured Denzel Washington would receive an Oscar nomination.  Director Robert Zemeckis has a great shot toward the end involving a travel size bottle of alcohol that puts an exclamation point on the film.  I feel I really appreciated the film more with the second viewing.  A thoughtful look at addiction, but as strong as Washington's performance is, I still don't think he'll beat Daniel Day Lewis.

Rating: 8/10
Movies I've previously seen: 3
First time viewings: 28