The school then decides to send one of them to the national science fair. .
At the science fair an important part of Homer's display is stolen, and he calls home. His mother reacts, and forces Homer's father's hand to break the workers strike, so that the workshop could be used to remake the stolen part. Homer eventually wins the science fair. When he comes back, the boys then launch a final rocket for Miss Riley who is dying of Hodgkin's disease, and Homer lets his father launch the rocket by giving him the launch control (Synopsis of Rocket Boys, Imdb).
Many critics acclaim the movie for its values, family, and inspiring aspects. A lot of reviews spotlight on the main character's relationship with his father, and on the actors' performances. The film received significant acclaim from film critics. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports that 90 percent, of seventy-two critics, gave the film a positive review, with an average rating of 7.6/10. The movie is often labeled as rich in sweet sincerity, intelligence, and a good old-fashioned inspirational drama. "October Sky is a coming-of-age story with a heart to match its Hollywood craftsmanship" (October Sky 1999, Rottentomatoes). MetaCritic listed it with, "Generally Favorable Reviews," based on 23 professional critic reviews of the movie (Critic Reviews of October Sky, Metacritic).
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The predominant setting of the movie is that of a shanty mining town, where the townspeople are predominantly miners. Overall, the movie is aesthetically pleasing with properly designed sets, and lighting, to highlight the fact that the movie is set in a coal mining town. The weather appears dark; the people don't think big, including the father of male protagonist. The only way out of the town seems to be a sports scholarship, offered at the nearby public high school. Even the students at the high school are encouraged to go for the scholarship, or accept their fate as future coal miners.
The film "October Sky" is a story based on true events that presents many important themes. ... Another of the main themes or messages in "October Sky" is the idea that opportunity can come knocking, but with it comes two sides - the possibilities it brings into our lives and also the things it can get in the way of. ...
This is once again shown at the end of the movie when his father goes to see his son launch his last rocket into the sky. A song called "Satellite" by the Dave Matthews Band immediately entered my mind as soon as homer was looking up at the Sputnik satellite that soared above the October sky. ... "Apollo 13" also reminded me of this movie. ... Also, when his friends, and mainly Homer's father, blasted off the last rocket in "October sky", it reminded me of the rocket ship that was launched in "Apollo 13". ... When I first saw this movie, I was very emotional. ...
In the movie, October Sky, Homer was determined to reach his goals. ... In October Sky, Homer and the "Rocket Boys" worked together as a team in order to complete their rocket. ... Homer encouraged the "Rocket Boys" throughout the movie. ... Teamwork proves important in the success of the movie, October Sky, but teamwork also proves important in the world today. ...
October Sky? ... in the sky and starts reading the science fiction of Jules Verne. ... Homer Hickam is a real person, and when we learn about the fate of the real people behind October Sky, it all rings true. ... That's the basic message I get from this movie and I think it's a movie with very deep values. ...
The movie October Sky, directed by Joe Johnston, tells a story about a high school boy, Homer Hickam, who has a dream of making rockets and realizes his dream by cooperating with his friends. ... From the movie and my own experience, Homer and I both gain benefits from teamwork. ... The most impressive scene in the movie is the announcement at the National Science Fair. ... Though in the beginning of the movie, Quentin is not friendly to others because of his bad personality and his appearance, now they are happily enjoying the feeling of success together. ...
This movie is based on a true story which takes place in Coalwood, West Virginia in 1957. The movie October Sky begins with the launching of Sputnik. ... Personal Critique I really enjoyed this movie. ... this movie has also inspired me further to pursue my dreams. ... This movie is truly an inspiration to me. ...
October Sky October Sky's is a story about a group of high school boys growing up in a coal mining West Virginia town. Homer throughout the story was faced with many different situations and grew up to be a young man because of them. Homer and his three friends face a certain conflict with ...
October Sky directed by Joe Johnston was a wonderful movie. ... Change is very constant in October Sky. ... In October Sky, Homer Hickam had to focus on his journey. ... The journey of life is no taken alone and in October Sky there are many people who help Homer Hickman accomplish his dreams. ... In conclusion, Joe Johnston's October Sky is a wonderful movie because it teaches all genders and age groups to follow their dreams and to never give up hope. ...
