Inspired
by the Russian's successful
launch of Sputnik, four
boys in a West Virginia
mining town experiment
with rocketry. Based on
a true story.
An inspiring family drama
that isn't too much into
character depth and doesn't
have a flawless script.
But October Sky delivers
with its themes of American
Ingenuity and defiance
of the odds.
It is a feel good drama
that sports even performances
in a largely predicable
script. Not an example
of masterful filmmaking,
but a fine, uplifting
picture with heart.
Directed by Joe Johnston.
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