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Reliving the classic tropes of the 1930s and 40s movie serials, THE ROCKETEER blasted onto screens in 1991 but never seemed to break through with audiences. Leave your 3 word review and tell us why.
The Rocketeer (1991)
Originally conceived as the first in a three-part trilogy, THE ROCKETEER featured a clean cut, All-American hero and a cast of expected sidekicks, mentors, girlfriends and, of course, Nazis. Based on Dave Stevens’ graphic novel, the film is a fun romp and definitely worth the watch – especially if you love old movies and old movie serials like RADAR MEN FROM THE MOON and COMMANDO CODY: SKY MARSHAL OF THE UNIVERSE.
Here’s a quick summary:
Straight from the pages of a pulp comic from a past era, the Rocketeer recreates 1930’s Hollywood, complete with gangsters, Nazi spies, and the growth of the Age of Aviation. Young pilot Cliff Secord stumbles on a top secret rocket-pack and with the help of his mechanic/mentor, Peevy, he attempts to save his girl and stop the Nazis as The Rocketeer.
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Underrated Classic
One of the best lines in any film is when the creator of the rocket pack asks him what was it like to strap that thing onto his back and fly like a bird outta hell? His response was ” it was the closest to heaven i will ever get to.”The Rocketeer is a classic adventure.
A fun film
Johnston’s detailed masterpiece.
This is a beautiful movie, with Joe Johnston at his best. His attention to detail and every look, every moment, every shot angle, every minor moment, is excellent. It is amazing how every character, no matter how small has actual agency, down to the random customers in the cafe.
There’s a moment when Paul Sorvino’s mobster, and the FBI agent are both shooting at the Nazis and they share a look conveying how they never expected to be on the same side, before continuing to fire at the Nazis. It is such a short moment, but it. Conveys a full conversation in an instant with a look.
The score is beautiful, and the story well structured.
I never pass up this movie when I see it is on. “Don’t worry folks, it’s all part of the show.”
A soaring adventure.
unsuitable “blockbuster” timing