Sometimes one dream is enough to light up the whole sky. In Coalwood West Virginia 1957 coal mining is king and no one can escape life underground. But when high schooler Homer Hickam Jr (Jake Gyllenhaal) sees the Soviet satellite Sputnik streak overhead he aims for the stars and a new destiny in this incredible true story of hope determination and triumph. With the help of his teacher (Laura Dern) and three buddies Homer sets out to build his own rocket. How Homer over
The film that really introduced us to the talents of Jake Gyllenhaal, this film is a fine example of how education is, for most people, the only way out of a bad situation. The cast is magnificent and Chris Cooper is in arguably his best role, but it is the enthusiasm of Jake Gyllenhaal that carries the film. The film has humour, warmth and a soft centre, but you would need a heart of steel not to be moved. Don't miss!
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