A great deal of sentimental and weepy material is thrust into the tale here and there, along with long stretches of what may be termed for want of a better designation, "just war."

Charles Rogers and Richard Arlen share honors as stars, with Clara Row as the feminine lead. While the picture is rather long, it holds the interest.

Wings is unquestionably the dazzle and pyrotechnics of the screen fulfilled in a new sphere, and teems with twentieth century timeliness.

We are so lucky that a film like Wings gets to stand as the first Best Picture winner. Wellman's ambition is on full display as he makes a thrilling and haunting look at war and combat.