

October Sky (1999)
PG 1h 48m 7.5/10 IMDb
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.
Director: Joe Johnston
Cast: Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern, William Lee Scott
Content Warnings
Mental Health & Emotional
Grief / bereavement (major focus)
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