Rocket Boys [Film and TV Commentary]

This film is adapted from a true story. In 1957, the Soviet Union successfully launched a satellite, and the American people developed a sense of crisis. Homer (Jake Gyllenhaal), an ordinary high school student in a mining town, is worried about his future. He was not selected for the team selection, and his physically strong brother has always been more recognized by his father John (Chris Cooper). Unwilling to be mediocre, Homer came up with the idea of ​​​​making rockets. With the support of his teachers and friends, Homer devoted himself to research. The teacher even brought him the opportunity to enter college through rocket making. On the other hand, John, the person in charge of the mine, wants his son to inherit the mine and hinders his research. At the same time, the police also terminated Homer's activities due to the forest fire. Can this young man still achieve the success he wants?