The Rocket List 2015
"Live Before You Die"
In *The Rocket List (2015)*, director Akash Sherman crafts a poignant sci-fi drama set against the looming shadow of an impending cosmic catastrophe.
Director: Akash Sherman
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is *The Rocket List* (2015) about?
*The Rocket List* follows four friends in the final weeks before Earth is destroyed by the dwarf planet Ceres II. Instead of despair, they choose to document their bucket-list dreams in a documentary, hoping to send it into space as a time capsule. The film captures their bittersweet journey to live fully before the inevitable.
Who directed *The Rocket List*?
The film was directed by Akash Sherman, who also stars in the cast.
Who stars in *The Rocket List*?
The main cast includes Akash Sherman, Joel Klassen, Zachary Vydra, Timothy Choy, and Sarah Wong.
Is *The Rocket List* (2015) worth watching?
For fans of introspective sci-fi dramas, *The Rocket List* offers a unique blend of emotional depth and genre storytelling. Its concise runtime and strong performances make it a compelling watch, even without a high IMDb rating. The film's themes of legacy and mortality resonate long after the credits roll.
How long is *The Rocket List*?
The movie has a runtime of 84 minutes.
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About The Rocket List (2015) — A Sci-Fi Drama of Legacy Before the End
In *The Rocket List (2015)*, director Akash Sherman crafts a poignant sci-fi drama set against the looming shadow of an impending cosmic catastrophe. As Earth braces for impact from the dwarf planet Ceres II, four friends grapple with the inevitability of their fate while clinging to the fleeting moments of normalcy. Their solution? A heartfelt mission to create a time capsule of their final days, documenting every bucket-list dream in a documentary they hope to propel into space. Blending intimate character moments with high-stakes urgency, the film explores themes of mortality, legacy, and the human need to leave a mark before time runs out.
With a runtime of just 84 minutes, *The Rocket List* delivers a compact yet emotionally resonant story. Sherman's direction grounds the sci-fi premise in raw, relatable drama, while the stellar cast—including Akash Sherman, Joel Klassen, and Zachary Vydra—bring authenticity to the characters' desperate yet hopeful journey. The film's atmosphere is charged with bittersweet urgency, making it a standout watch for fans of thought-provoking genre cinema.