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October Sky

Apollo Movie Guide's Review October Sky

Apollo Score: Apollo Score: 83. Click for an explanation of the scoring system.

Readers' Rating: 81/100

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October Sky

Summary

Homer Hickam lives in a small mining town, but his head’s in the stars. It’s 1957, the space race is on, and Homer’s inspired to rise above his humble roots by building a rocket. Joe Johnston directs this film starring Jake Gyllenhaal and Chris Cooper.

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1999
USA
108 minutes
Studio/distributor: Universal

Rated PG for language, brief teen sensuality and alcohol use, and for some thematic elements.

Full ReviewRead the full review by Brian Webster Apollo Score: 83

This is one of those special films that’s equally successful as a wholesome family film and an inspiring drama for adults. - Brian Webster

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