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October Sky (1999)
Director: Joe Johnston
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern
7.8
90%Runtime108 min
RatingPG
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The true story of Homer Hickam, a coal miner's son who was inspired by the first Sputnik launch to take up rocketry against his father's wishes.
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October Sky (1999), directed by Joe Johnston, is a heartwarming and inspiring true story that follows the journey of a young coal miner's son, played by Jake Gyllenhaal, who dares to pursue his dreams of building rockets against his father's wishes. With its poignant themes, strong performances, and a visually striking small-town setting, this film will resonate with fans of thoughtful dramas that celebrate the power of determination and following one's passions.
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October Sky is a 1999 American biographical drama film directed by Joe Johnston, and starring Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, and Laura Dern. The screenplay by Lewis Colick, based on the book of the same name, tells the story of Homer H. Hickam Jr., a coal miner's son who was inspired by the launch of Sputnik 1 in 1957 to take up rocketry against his father's wishes and eventually became a NASA engineer.
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