Can somebody with Sky do me a big favour and record something for me Sat am?

Posted by: Jonathan Gorse on 20 April 2007

Well chaps,

I just spotted that a film I have been desperate to get a copy of for years is on True Movies hannel 323 on Sky Digital at 08.30 tomorrow morning (sat) and as I only have NTL I can't record it myself. It's called 'Crash Landing the resue of Flight 232' and is a very good aviation film based upon an astonishing true story involving exemplerary flying skills and teamwork.

It goes without saying I would be very happy to ensure you are adequately compensated (and no this movie isn't available to buy on DVD)

I really would be most grateful if anyone with Sky could help out.

Many thanks,

Jonathan
Posted on: 20 April 2007 by BigH47
Sorry Jonathan I can't see any reference to that film. If I spot it some where and it is convenient I'll try and record it.

Howard
Posted on: 20 April 2007 by Jonathan Gorse
Howard,

Sorry - just noticed it's being shown on their web channel guide under its USA title of 'a thousand heroes' and stars Charlton Heston.

Jonathan
Posted on: 20 April 2007 by Coxybabe
Hi Jonathon,

I'll have a go for you; Let you know later if it's recorded OK and drop it onto DVD.
Regards,

Dave
Posted on: 21 April 2007 by Coxybabe
Hi again Jonathon,

The Good News: I have recorded this film for you.
The Bad News: As this Sky channel is on the limit of reception, it is a weak one. The hard disc recorder has weakened the signal further, causing digital break up of both the film and the sound. It is only just watchable and so it depends on how desparate you are to have a copy. I can transfer it to DVD but before doing so, I would prefer if you could let me know whether to, especially if you have a copy made elsewhere.
Sorry - I tried but digital technology is not as great as its fans would have us believe.

Regards,

Dave
Posted on: 21 April 2007 by BigH47
Jonathon sorry I missed your reply. I'll have a look and see if is repeated.

Howard

PS Can't see it this week let me know the next time it's on and I'll try then. I've emailed True Movies.
Posted on: 21 April 2007 by Jonathan Gorse
Guys,

That really is very very kind of you all to try and help me out - Dave I will drop you a line offline and would love a DVD copy even if it's not a fantastic quality copy.

Many many thanks,

Jonathan
Posted on: 24 April 2007 by monkfish
Hi
The DVD is available here.
http://www.amazon.com/Thousand-Heroes-Charlton-Heston/dp/6303093493.
Regards
Jim
Posted on: 24 April 2007 by BigH47
Jonathon

Repeats are:-

17th May at 8.30am on True Movies
28th May at 4pm on True Movies 2

Perhaps you can give me a reminder nearer the time and I will try again.

Howard