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Reach for the Stars: Celebrate the Dreams of October Sky

In a coal town's shadow, a boy's dreams ignite as rockets pierce the sky. Defying gravity and expectations, he chases inspiration, fueled by friendship and ambition, transforming his fate and sparking hope in a world bound by earth.

October Sky Trivia

What is the primary inspiration for the main character Homer Hickam in the film "October Sky"? (Expert)
#1: His dreams of becoming an astronaut
#2: His father's wishes to work in the coal mines
#3: His love of science fiction
#4: His friendship with a famous astronaut
What is the name of the NASA program that Homer Hickam eventually participates in after high school? (Hard)
#1: Apollo
#2: Mercury
#3: Gemini
#4: Voyager
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October Sky Fun Facts

The film October Sky was originally titled Rocket Boys, based on Homer Hickam's memoir, but the name was changed to tie into the themes of hope and aspiration.
The film features a cameo by astronaut John L. Swigert Jr., who was a member of the Apollo 13 mission.

October Sky Polls

What is your favorite aspect of October Sky?
The Story of Perseverance
The Importance of Dreams
The Impact of Family Support
The Role of Education and Science
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What is your favorite character in October Sky?
Homer Hickam
Quentin Wilson
Miss Riley
John Hickam
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Movies: Hidden Figures A Beautiful Mind Remember the Titans The Pursuit of Happyness First Man The Rocket Boys October Sky: The Inspiration Behind a Dream October Sky: Extended Cut Premium
Music: The Stars Are Projectors by Modest Mouse In the Aeroplane Over the Sea by Neutral Milk Hotel Home by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros First Day of My Life by Bright Eyes Wake Up by Arcade Fire Such a Simple Thing by Ray LaMontagne Rivers and Roads by The Head and the Heart Harlem by New Politics Budapest by George Ezra Little Lion Man by Mumford & Sons Premium
TV Shows: The Big Bang Theory How the Universe Works The Right Stuff Hidden Figures: The Series NASA's Unexplained Files For All Mankind Cosmos: A Spacetime Odyssey A People’s History of the New American Century October Faction Rockets and Revolution Premium
Video Games: No Man's Sky Kerbal Space Program Outer Wilds Oxygen Not Included Astroneer Board Game Simulator Surviving Mars Universe Sandbox Space Engineers The Long Journey Home Premium
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