I completely agree with "constant" writer...I mean viewer from Maine. I don't think there is anything that could have made this movie greater.

When Dwayne realizes that his life dreams of being a pilot have been snuffed out, and he's completely ready to explode (implode?), you feel his sadness/disbelief/terror.

When they say a movie "sweeps you away" ...well this one does it and hits all emotions...like reading a great novel:)