Review of The Right Stuff (1983) by Rj M — 21 Jan 2009
An epic classic that chronicles one of the most defining moments in American history, the Mercury Space Program. One of the greatest ensemble casts in movie history brings this story to life in such a full scale that they tend to BECOME the people they are portraying.
Two of the biggest standouts are Sam Shephard as Chuch Yeagher, the first man to break the sound barrier, but who was deemed unqualified to become an astronaut. Another genius piece of casting is Ed Harris as John Glenn, perhaps America's most celebrated astronaut after Neil Armstrong.
There are too many great actors to give credit to them all, but there is not one performance in this movie that doesn't ring completely true. The movie also balances archival footage of actual rocket launches, with outstanding visual effects that still hold up today.
The movie is filled wall to wall with American pride, and makes one wish they could've been alive at that time to experience this all first hand. At over three hours in length, the movie is never boring, and my only wish is that it could have been longer.
A stirring musical score drives home the struggle and achievements of the first seven Americans in to space. A film that should be required viewing in every American history class.
This review of The Right Stuff (1983) was written by Rj M on 21 Jan 2009.
The Right Stuff has generally received very positive reviews.
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