The Rocket traces the meteoric rise of hockey legend Maurice Richard (Dupuis), from his humble beginnings as a Montreal machinist during the Depression to star of the Canadiens and the greatest scorer in hockey. But this is much more than a sports movie. Director Charles 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 toward 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. Nominated for 13 Genie Awards and winner of nine, this hockey blockbuster is chock-full of heart and history.
The Rocket
Drama
The Rocket
Director: Charles Binamé
Binamé’s Eldorado screened at the prestigious Directors’ Fortnight at Cannes in 1995. He also directs for hit TV shows such as Reign, Flashpoint, Rookie Blue and Republic of Doyle. His latest film, Elephant Song, won a Canadian Screen Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.
Director
Charles Binamé
Writer(s)
Ken Scott
Star(s)
Roy Dupuis, Julie Le Breton, Rémy Girard
Year
2005
Length
124 min
Rating
PG
Language
French/English
Subtitles
English, French CC
Dubbing
None
