The Right Stuff (1983)

Directors:

Philip Kaufman

Writers:

Philip Kaufman

Actors:

Chuck Yeager, O-Lan Jones, David Gulpilil, John Dehner, Mary Apick, William Russ

Synopsis:

A chronicle of the original Mercury astronauts in the formation of America's space program: Alan Shepherd, the first American in space; Gus Grissom, the benighted astronaut for whom nothing works out as planned; John Glenn, the straight-arrow 'boy scout' of the bunch who was the first American to orbit the earth; and the remaining pilots: Deke Slayton, Scott Carpenter and Wally Schirra.
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The Right Stuff (1983)

Outstanding. Over three hours long and not a single dull moment. With its incredible story, great acting and impressive filmmaking, I could see this becoming a personal favourite.
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October 8, 2012