Top Gun

Top Gun

May 8, 2023
University researchers strap in to discuss science and subtext as we ride into the danger zone. Presented by Extra Credit

Details About the Film

This film is part of the series Extra Credit

Extra Credit re-examines pop-culture cinema through an academic lens. Striking playful associations and extracting new insights from nostalgic blockbusters and cult classics, The Connector program brings University of Missouri research, resources, and ideas to the Cinema. Free for members.

For Lieutenant Pete ‘Maverick’ Mitchell and his friend and co-pilot Nick ‘Goose’ Bradshaw, being accepted into an elite training school for fighter pilots is a dream come true. But a tragedy, as well as personal demons, will threaten Pete’s dreams of becoming an ace pilot. Join us as University of Missouri researchers strap in to discuss science and subtext as we ride into the danger zone.

 

 

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Rating:
PG
Director(s): Tony Scott
Starring: Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis, Val Kilmer, Anthony Edwards
Year Released: 1986
Runtime: 110 minutes
Country: USA
Language(s): English
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