Wings of Silver: The Vi Cowden Story

Wings of Silver: The Vi Cowden Story DVD doc short

Wings of Silver: The Vi Cowden Story is a 2010 documentary film by Mark and Christine Bonn detailing the story of the Women Airforce Service Pilots of World War II through the eyes of Vi Cowden.

As one of only 114 women to pilot fighter planes from the factories to their debarkation points, Ms. Cowden has a unique view of women's place in the world of 1943 United States. The News Tribune in Washington says, "This documentary tells the unsung story of the W.A.S.P.s (Women Air Force Service Pilots) during World War II. It’s a true story of women triumphing over adversity."[1]

Awards

Official Entry

References

  1. ↑ "Gig Harbor Film Festival grows up". The News Tribune. October 15, 2010.
  2. ↑ Sedona International Film Festival 2011
  3. ↑ Port Townsend Film Festival 2010
  4. ↑ Gig Harbor Film Festival 2010
  5. ↑ Newport Beach Film Festival 2010
  6. ↑ Buffalo Niagara Film Festival 2010
  7. ↑ Riverside International Film Festival 2011
  8. ↑ Black Hills Film Festival 2010
  9. ↑ Rainier Independent Film Festival 2010
  10. ↑ Ventura Film Festival 2010
  11. ↑ ReelHeART International Film Festival 2011
  12. ↑ The Accolade Competition 2010