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The Lost Aviator is a documentary that centers on the life of Bill Lancaster, an aviator who faced a murder trial in Miami in 1932. Directed by Andrew Lancaster, the film investigates the complexities of Bill's life, which spanned multiple continents and included significant historical events. The narrative is enriched by the voices of Ewen Leslie as Bill Lancaster and Yael Stone as Chubbie Miller, bringing to life the personal and familial aspects of this aviation scandal.
The film premiered at the 58th BFI London Film Festival and was distributed by Transmission Films in Australia. Over four years, it was filmed in various locations including Australia, England, the USA, and France, providing a broad geographical context to Bill Lancaster's story. The documentary received recognition at multiple film festivals, including a special jury mention at the 62nd Sydney International Film Festival.
Why Watch
- •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.
Perfect For
Aviation history enthusiastsTrue crime fansDocumentary lovers