Description

Vasmadarak (Iron Eagle) | Action Adventure Film DVD | Wide Screen Edition

Made in Hungary

Region 2 PAL DVD

Product Information

UPC: 5999010443912
Product Type: Feature Film DVD
Genre: Action/Adventure
Format: DVD
Running Time: 112 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1 (16:9 Widescreen)
Video: Color, PAL
Audio options: English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround / French, German, Italian, Spanish
Subtitles: Hungarian, English, French, German, Polish, Czech, Hindi, Turkish, Danish, Arabic, Bulgarian, Swedish, Finnish, Icelandic, Dutch, Norwegian, Portuguese, Greek, Hebrew, Spanish, Italian
Release Year: 1986 (Film), 2002 (DVD)
Distributor: Warner Home Video (Hungary)

Overview

"Vasmadarak" (Iron Eagle) is an adrenaline-pumping aviation action film in the tradition of "Top Gun," starring Oscar-winner Louis Gossett, Jr. and Jason Gedrick. When Air Force pilot Ted Masters accidentally enters hostile airspace, his plane is shot down and he is taken prisoner. As the United States government proves ineffective and precious time slips away, Ted's teenage son Doug takes matters into his own hands. With the help of a seasoned reserve officer, the determined young man launches a daring rescue mission into enemy territory to save his father. Featuring dynamic aerial photography, a pumping rock soundtrack, and nail-biting action sequences, "Iron Eagle" has earned its place as a true classic of the aviation action genre.

Magyar Nyelvű Áttekintés (Hungarian Overview)

A "Vasmadarak" (Iron Eagle) egy adrenalinban gazdag repülős akciófilm a "Top Gun" legjobb hagyományai alapján, az Oscar-díjas Louis Gossett, Jr. és Jason Gedrick főszereplésével. Amikor Ted Masters, a légierő pilótája véletlenül ellenséges légtérbe kerül, repülőgépét lelövik, őt magát pedig foglyul ejtik. Mivel az Egyesült Államok kormánya tehetetlennek bizonyul, és a drága percek múlnak, Ted tizenéves fia, Doug saját kezébe veszi az irányítást. Egy tapasztalt tartalékos tiszt segítségével vakmerő mentőakciót indít ellenséges területre, hogy megmentse apját. A dinamikus légifelvételek, a dübörgő rockzene és a feszültséggel teli akciójelenetek miatt a "Vasmadarak" méltán vált a műfaj igazi klasszikusává.

Product Features

Widescreen presentation (1.85:1 aspect ratio, optimized for 16:9 televisions)
Uncut version of the film
English Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround Sound
Animated menus
Actor and filmmaker filmographies
Interactive menu system with: High-quality transfer preserving the original theatrical presentation
- Language selection
- Audio setup
- Multilingual subtitles
- Direct scene access

Interesting Facts

Military Authenticity Challenges

Unlike "Top Gun," which received significant cooperation from the U.S. military, "Iron Eagle" had to find creative solutions for its aircraft sequences. The U.S. Air Force declined to support the film due to its plot involving an unauthorized military mission. As a result, the production used Israeli Air Force jets (primarily F-16s and Kfirs disguised as MiGs) for filming, with much of the shooting taking place in Israel. This challenge ultimately led to a distinctive visual style that helped set the film apart from other military aviation movies of the era.

Music as a Character

The rock soundtrack plays an unusually prominent role in "Iron Eagle," as the main character Doug listens to rock music during flight as a way to focus and gain courage. The soundtrack features Queen, Twisted Sister, King Kobra, and other popular rock artists of the 1980s. This integration of music wasn't just for entertainment value—the songs actually function as part of the narrative, with specific tracks serving as timing markers for Doug's mission phases, creating a unique connection between the music and the action sequences.

Franchise Success

Despite mixed critical reception upon its initial release, "Iron Eagle" developed a strong cult following and launched a franchise that eventually included three sequels: "Iron Eagle II" (1988), "Aces: Iron Eagle III" (1992), and "Iron Eagle IV" (1995). Louis Gossett Jr. appeared in all four films, making his character of Colonel Charles "Chappy" Sinclair one of the most enduring in aviation action cinema. The original film's success with audiences demonstrated the public's appetite for military action films in the mid-1980s, a trend that "Top Gun" would further capitalize on later the same year.

Youth Empowerment Theme

"Iron Eagle" was somewhat unique among military action films of its era for featuring a teenage protagonist who ultimately saves the day. The film tapped into adolescent power fantasies and the "kids know best" theme that was popular in many 1980s films. This approach helped the movie appeal to younger audiences who might not traditionally have been drawn to military action films. The relationship between Jason Gedrick's character Doug and Louis Gossett Jr.'s mentor figure Colonel Sinclair also became a template for many subsequent films featuring veteran/rookie partnerships.

Cast and Crew

Starring: Louis Gossett, Jr., Jason Gedrick
Supporting Cast: David Suchet, Larry B. Scott, Caroline Lagerfelt, Tim Thomerson
Director: Sidney J. Furie
Writers: Kevin Elders & Sidney J. Furie
Producers: Ron Samuels and Joe Wizan
Executive Producer: Kevin Elders
Music: Basil Poledouris
Production Company: TriStar Pictures

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English

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Hungarian (Magyar)

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