Flyboys Tales

Lucasfilm announced via press release that its upcoming film "Red Tails" – a fictional story inspired by the historic and heroic exploits of America’s first all black aerial combat unit – has completed casting and will soon begin principal photography in Europe--via Variety.



Directed by Anthony Hemingway with a script by John Ridley,

"Red Tails" stars Terrence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr. Nate Parker, David Oyelowo, Tristan Wilds, Lee Tergesen, Elijah Kelley, Andre Royo Jesse Williams Bryan Cranston

Executive Producer George Lucas:

“I’ve been wanting to do Red Tails for 20 years, and we’ve finally got the means to showcase the skill of the Tuskegee pilots. We’re working on techniques which will give us the first true look at the aerial dogfighting of the era. And our top-notch cast will really make this story special.”

“I’m thrilled to have such a fantastic cast of actors and such a talented director to work with,” said producer Rick McCallum:

“The story of the Tuskegee Airmen represents a milestone in American history, and we’re all proud to be paying tribute to their heroic efforts. That cultural significance is not lost on anyone in this great young cast.”

Wilds and Rick Otto were both cast last month.