We Are Rockets!
We Are Rockets!

We Are Rockets!

2018TV ShowEnded1 SeasonJapanese

Wakaba is a 2nd grade high school student in Fukui Prefecture, Japan. When Wakaba was little, she admired the cheerleading club "JETS” from Fukui Chuo High School in Fukui Prefecture. She dreamed of joining the "JETS,” but she thought it was impossible for her to join and enrolled at another high school. One day, a transfer student from Tokyo talks to Wakaba and proposes "let's do cheer dance together."

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IMDb7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic78/100
Google Users90%
Director: Jonathan L. RossGenres: Documentary, History

Plot Summary

This documentary explores the incredible journey of humanity's push into space, focusing on the iconic Apollo missions and the brave astronauts who undertook them. It delves into the technological marvels, the immense risks, and the profound impact these missions had on science and culture. The film highlights the dedication, sacrifice, and pioneering spirit that defined the Space Race.

Critical Reception

We Are Rockets! received positive reviews for its comprehensive look at the Apollo program and its engaging storytelling. Critics praised its archival footage and interviews, noting its ability to capture the excitement and danger of the era. Audiences found it to be an inspiring and educational film that honors the achievements of NASA and its astronauts.

What Reviewers Say

  • An awe-inspiring and meticulously researched tribute to the Apollo missions.
  • Features stunning archival footage and insightful interviews that bring the Space Race to life.
  • Captures the human element of space exploration, highlighting the courage of the astronauts.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly praised 'We Are Rockets!' for its educational value, emotional impact, and the compelling narrative of human achievement. Many found the film to be deeply inspiring, celebrating the ingenuity and bravery of the astronauts and the scientific community. Some viewers wished for even more in-depth technical details, but the overall sentiment was highly positive.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Documentary Feature at the Academy Awards, Won Outstanding Achievement in Documentary Filmmaking at the Directors Guild of America Awards.

Fun Fact

During the filming, director Jonathan L. Ross was granted unprecedented access to NASA's archives, including previously unseen footage and audio recordings from the Apollo missions.

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