Title:
October sky / Universal Pictures presents a Charles Gordon production ; a Joe Johnston film ; produced by Charles Gordon, Larry Franco ; screenplay by Lewis Colick ; directed by Joe Johnston.
ISBN:
9781417013951
9780783234694
Edition:
Special edition.
Publication Information:
Universal City, CA : Universal, [2005]
Physical Description:
1 videodisc (108 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
General Note:
Originally released as a motion picture in 1998.
Based on the book "Rocket Boys" by Homer H. Hickam, Jr.
"Based on an extraordinary true story."
Special features: Aiming high: The story of the Rocket Boys, hear the story of the real "Rocket Boys" as they supported Homer Hickam in his journey from a coal mining town to NASA; feature commentary with Homer Hickam; spotlight on location; production notes; theatrical trailer.
Special features and enhancements may vary by copy.
Language options and aspect ratio (widescreen / full screen) options may vary by copy.
DVD, region 1, widescreen (2.35:1) presentation; Dolby Digital; surround sound; dual layer.
Summary:
The true story of Homer Hickam Jr., a high school student in rural West Virginia, who seemed destined to repeat his father's harsh life in the coal mines, until he turned his attention to the skies.
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Language Note:
English, Spanish or French dialogue, Spanish or French subtitles ; closed captioned.
Audience:
MPAA rating: PG; language, brief teen sensuality and alcohol use, and for some thematic elements.
Performer:
Jake Gyllenhaal, Chris Cooper, Chris Owen, Laura Dern.
Production Credits:
Director of photography, Fred Murphy ; editor, Robert Dalva ; music, Mark Isham.
OCLC Number:
ocm57470642
Availability:
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