The Rocket (2005)

Name: The Rocket
Genre: Drama
Released: 2005
Duration: 124 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: Roy Dupuis, Julie Le Breton, Stephen McHattie, Michel Barrette, Rémy Girard

2h 4m Canada

Drama

Plot

Maurice "The Rocket" Richard, Quebec's iconic hockey star, faces the challenges of being a French Canadian in a predominantly Anglophone NHL. As he navigates the competitive landscape of professional hockey, Richard grapples with cultural tensions and personal adversity. His determination and remarkable talent on the ice eventually make him a symbol of pride for his community, transcending the sport itself. The narrative captures not just his athletic achievements, but also the broader social implications of his journey, highlighting the intersection of identity, language, and passion in a divided era.

Cast

Roy Dupuis Julie Le Breton Stephen McHattie Michel Barrette Rémy Girard Tony Calabretta Philip Craig Paul Doucet Sean Avery Pascal Dupuis Diane Lavallée François Langlois-Vallières Pierre-François Legendre Mario Jean Robert Brouillette

The Rocket (2005)

Plot

Cast

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