The Rocketeer

About The Rocketeer

"The Rocketeer" is a 1991 American adventure film directed by Joe Johnston. The movie is set in the 1930s and is about a young pilot named Cliff Secord, who stumbles upon a futuristic jetpack that allows him to become a high flying masked hero.

Making / Production

The production of the movie was helmed by Walt Disney Pictures, and the film's visual effects were provided by Industrial Light & Magic. "The Rocketeer" was adapted from Dave Stevens' comic book of the same name.

Actors

• Billy Campbell as Cliff Secord / The Rocketeer: A young pilot who becomes the titular hero. Campbell delivered a charismatic and spirited performance.
• Jennifer Connelly as Jenny Blake: Secord's aspiring actress girlfriend. Connelly brings magnetic charm to the role of Jenny.
• Timothy Dalton as Neville Sinclair: Dalton perfectly portrays the charming yet diabolical Hollywood star who is after the jetpack.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie was initially a commercial failure despite positive reviews but has since gained a dedicated cult following.
• Inspiration for the film's visual design came from classic film serials and 1930s pulp magazines.
• The character Peevy, played by Alan Arkin, was reportedly based on the character Q from the James Bond films.

Awards

The film was nominated for several awards including Best Visual Effects from the British Academy Film Awards.

Quotes

• "I like it!" - Cliff Secord, after his first flight with the jetpack.
• "I'll make you a deal, Mr. Secord. I get the rocket, you get to live." - Neville Sinclair.
• "We got no future, Peevy. Don't you get it? But we got the rocket!" - Cliff Secord.

Music, Soundtrack

• "The Rocketeer to the Rescue and End Titles" - Composed by James Horner.
• "When Your Lover Has Gone" - Performed by Melora Hardin.
• "Begin the Beguine" - Written by Cole Porter.