The Lost Aviator (2015) · Documentary

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201590 minPGdocumentary

A 1932 murder trial in Miami centers on aviator Bill Lancaster, whose life story spans multiple continents and includes a complex love triangle.

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Biography,

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Director

Andrew Lancaster

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A 1932 murder trial in Miami centers on aviator Bill Lancaster, whose life story spans multiple continents and includes a complex love triangle.

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Bill Lancaster, an aviator in the 1930s, faced a murder trial in Miami that captured public attention. Directed by Andrew Lancaster, the film investigates the life of Bill, who was also the filmmaker's uncle. It reveals his adventures across continents and the personal conflicts that shaped his story. The documentary features voices from Ewen Leslie and Yael Stone, along with archival footage. It was produced over four years in locations including Australia, England, the USA, and France.

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Meet Bill Lancaster, an aviator with a controversial past.
See the 1932 Miami murder trial unfold.
Find out about the aviation scandal that spanned continents.

Did You Know

The Lost Aviator premiered at the 58th BFI London Film Festival in October 2014.
The film was shot over 4 years across Australia, England, the USA, and France.
Bill Lancaster was tried for murder in Miami in 1932.
The Australian premiere was at the 62nd Sydney International Film Festival.

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Aviation history enthusiastsTrue crime fansDocumentary lovers

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Who directed The Lost Aviator?

The Lost Aviator was directed by Andrew Lancaster.

What year did The Lost Aviator premiere at the BFI London Film Festival?

The Lost Aviator premiered at the 58th BFI London Film Festival in October 2014.

Which actor voiced Bill Lancaster in The Lost Aviator?

Ewen Leslie voiced Bill Lancaster in The Lost Aviator.

Awards & Festivals

Miami International Film Festival

2014 • Official selection

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