Mel Gibson Returns to Directing with Tense Thriller 'Flight Risk'

The film, starring Mark Wahlberg, Michelle Dockery, and Topher Grace, unfolds as a high-stakes battle aboard a small aircraft.

Mel Gibson makes his directorial comeback after nearly a decade with the thriller 'Flight Risk,' focusing on tension and survival in the confined space of a small airplane.
Mark Wahlberg plays against type as a sadistic pilot who takes control of the flight, while Michelle Dockery and Topher Grace portray a US Marshal and a mafia witness fighting for their lives.
The story follows a dangerous mission to transport a mafia accountant from Alaska to New York, with unexpected twists and betrayals heightening the suspense.
Critics describe the film as a solid, if not groundbreaking, action-thriller, with claustrophobic tension and traditional filmmaking techniques creating a gripping atmosphere.
While not as ambitious as Gibson's earlier works, 'Flight Risk' is praised for its entertainment value, strong performances, and minimalist approach to storytelling.