Centering on the life of millionaire and innovator Howard Hughes, "The Aviator" tells the story of Hughes fighting the odds whether it is making one of the most expensive films of all-time, building some of the most ambitious planes ever built and battling mental illness.
Directed by Martin Scorsese. Written by John Logan. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Cate Blanchett, Kate Beckinsale, John C. Reilly, Alec Baldwin and Alan Alda.
Jim Carrey was originally considered for the lead role as Howard Hughes.
Gwyneth Paltrow was originally signed on to play Ava Gardner but dropped out.
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