Synopsis
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.
Facts
Based on
Rocket Boys
Awards
Writers Guild of America Award, Broadcast Film Critics Association Award for Best Family Film
Setting
Coalwood
Filming location
Oliver Springs, Harriman, Kingston
Production
Universal Pictures
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
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Festival History
- Critics Choice Awards 2000 generic
- Writers Guild of America 2000 generic
