Flying 1986

Overview

Flying is a 1986 Canadian drama film directed by Paul Lynch. The production is also known by the titles Dream to Believe, Teenage Dream, and Love at the Edge. The cast includes Olivia d'Abo, Rita Tushingham, and Keanu Reeves. The narrative follows a young woman named Robin who suffers severe injuries in a car accident that results in the death of her father. As a consequence of her physical condition, she is initially unable to participate in gymnastics competitions. Living with her mother and a difficult stepfather, Robin eventually gains acceptance onto her school athletics team. Despite facing social exclusion from some of her peers, she persists in her training by working out at a friend's house. The story concludes as Robin and her teammates compete in a national scholastic meet. The film has a runtime of one hour and 36 minutes and was released in the United States on May 14, 1986. It is categorized under the genres of drama and romance and carries an R rating.