[MetalMilitia]

October Sky - Really liked this. It's the film of the book The Rocket Boys - some kids see the Sputnik satellite and decide to build a rocket to win the state science fair, but the main character's father wants him to work in the coal mines instead. It's pretty much the standard story of overcoming all odds in pursuit of a dream but still very enjoyable to watch.

Last King of Scotland - Not bad by any means but I can't say I'd ever watch it again.

The Wind That Shakes the Barley - Set in 1920s Ireland - the story of the IRA fighting for Irish independence from the English. Reasonably good film, but of the three I watched yesterday this is my least favourite.