I. Film Title: The Right Stuff II. Main characters: Chuck Yeager, John Glenn, Alan Sheppard, Gordo Cooper, Gus GrissomIII. Time period: America in the 1940s (during space exploration)IV. Film Plot: This film focuses on advances in American technology and how they influenced the space race against the Soviets. It's about the Mercury 7 crew and test pilots competing with the Soviets for the race into space.V. Movie Summary: The Right Stuff begins in 1947, at an air base called Muroc Army Air Field. Right now many test pilots are testing new advanced aircraft carriers that can break the sound barrier. At this time, Chuck Yeager is offered to test the X-1, a plane capable of exceeding the speed of sound, but previously he was involved in a riding accident in which he broke some bones. He is afraid that this accident will limit his ability to pilot the X-1. Then, later Yeager is able to complete his mission and for the first time actually break the speed of sound. The film then continues to the year 1953 at Edwards Air Force Base, which is the exact same Air Force base, but was renamed in honor of one of the test pilots who died on a mission. Right now, Yeager and other test pilots compete to see who actually has the right stuff. The USSR launched Sputnik, the first satellite into space, which frightened the United States because it represented the first major advance in space technology. This event brings the space race between the United States and the USSR into full force. At this moment the names Alan Sheppard and John Glenn become apparent. As the film continues, the final seven astronauts are chosen to form the Mercury 7. Many men were not selected, like Ch...... middle of paper ...... eorge, to develop a sense of gratuitousness. I like movies where someone can be the person who helps open another's eyes to what they should be lucky for.VII. This film helped show how hard the Great Depression hit small towns and how it affected many people's family lives. It created a picture of how people have learned to appreciate what they have and come together. Also, how people overcame what they lost.VIII. Awards Received: Nominated for five Oscars and also won a Golden Globe, CEC Award, NBR Award, National Film Registry Award (www.imdb.com)IX. My Ratings: I really enjoyed the movie It's a Wonderful Life because the story opened my eyes. It has helped me develop a sense of appreciation for what I have. I finally understand why it's my mother's favorite movie. LOLX. Parent's signature: _____________________________________________________