THE ROCKET (2005)
- Run Time: 124 min.
- Rating: unrated
- Director: Charles Binamé
- Writer(s): Ken Scott
- Producer(s): Daniel Louis & Denise Robert
- Star(s): Roy Dupuis, Julie Le Breton, Rémy Girard
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Plot Summary
The Rocket traces the life of hockey legend Maurice Richard (Dupuis), from his humble beginnings as a Montreal machinist during the Depression to his meteoric rise as the greatest scorer in hockey while leader of the Canadiens. But this is much more than a sports movie. Director Binamé frames the story in a cultural context: It isn’t until Richard, a man of few words, begins to speak his mind about the inequalities and prejudice directed towards French Canadians that he finds his voice. Many feel that the riots caused by Richard’s suspension in 1955 were the spark that fuelled the Quiet Revolution in Quebec. This uniquely Canadian blockbuster is chock full of heart, history and, of course, a whole lot of hockey — but the great story and searing performances are sure to delight even those who aren’t fans of the game.
The Rocket was nominated for 13 Genie Awards and won nine.
About the Director
Charles Binamé
Binamé’s Eldorado (1995) screened at the prestigious Directors Fortnight at Cannes. In 2008 he directed the thriller La Piège Américain, with Colm Feore. Recently, he has directed episodes of Flashpoint, The Listener, Being Human and Rookie Blue, as well as the TV movie Cyberbully.
Reviews
Ur Mamma of Ur dadda said:
Monday, Mar 31, 2008
Fantastic movie, I would watch it again and again.
Go Fut Yourself of That's right said:
Monday, Mar 31, 2008
Suberb movie... Absolutely fantastic... Shows real spirit in hockey. Too bad it's for the Montreal Canadiens.... which by the way are the best... but good job for Maurice Richard... show that perseverence can overcome all!
A of A said:
Monday, Mar 31, 2008
This is the best movie for hockey fans, you like hockey, you'll like The Rochet!!!
132 of 1231 said:
Monday, Mar 31, 2008
absolutely the best movie for fans of hockey ever!!!! but Maurice Richard shouldn't have played for the Hab's. It is only because of Maurice Richard that the HAb's did so well.
hgj of hfghfg said:
Monday, Mar 31, 2008
YOU HAVE TO WATCH THIS MOVIE!!!!!