Miles Away
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You're miles away

I'm not messing about, I've got a mile of self-doubt
Yeah, you're not even close yet
Because you're miles away
Another day in bed, sorting out your head
You don't know what you're thinking about

You're not right all of the time
Its funny when you're wrong

You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over

You're the robot voice, and the people's choice
Yeah, you blink and it goes wrong
Because you're miles away
You're not even warm, human after all
You don't know what you're talking about

You're not right all of the time
Its funny when you're wrong

You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over, oh!

I'm too skint to pay my debtors
Uh-oh unopened letters
Feels like a siege I'm under
How did you get my number?
Oh oh, it's for the better
Than on the never ever
I'll get back and back and back
And back and back and back, around we go

You're miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over

Miles away, no one can stop me
So far, it's funny when you're falling over

You're not right all of the time
It's funny when you're wrong

You're not right all of the time
It's funny when you're wrong

Overall Meaning

The song "Miles Away" by the band "a" is about the singer feeling distant and disconnected from their partner or someone they care about. The first verse mentions the singer's own self-doubt, while the rest of the song seems to be directed towards someone else who is not listening or paying attention. The lyrics "you don't know what you're thinking about" and "you don't know what you're talking about" suggest that the other person is either confused or not communicating clearly. The chorus emphasizes the distance between the two with the repetition of "miles away", and the final verse describes the singer dealing with their own anxieties and feeling overwhelmed.

The lines "you're the robot voice, and the people's choice" could suggest that the other person is trying to conform to what others want them to be, rather than being true to themselves. The mention of unopened letters and being under siege may imply that the singer is also dealing with external pressures and stresses. Despite all of these obstacles, the singer seems determined to keep pushing forward with the repeated refrain of "I'll get back and back and back and back and back and back, around we go."

Line by Line Meaning

You're miles away
You're physically, emotionally and mentally distant

I'm not messing about, I've got a mile of self-doubt
I'm serious and have a lot of self-doubt

Yeah, you're not even close yet
You're not even close to understanding me

Another day in bed, sorting out your head
You spend a lot of time in bed, trying to figure things out

You don't know what you're thinking about
You're confused and uncertain

You're not right all of the time
You're not always correct

Its funny when you're wrong
It's amusing to see you make mistakes

No one can stop me, so far, it's funny when you're falling over
I feel unstoppable and it's comical to see you fail

You're the robot voice, and the people's choice
You speak in a robotic manner and others have accepted you as their representative

Yeah, you blink and it goes wrong
Your mistakes happen quickly and unexpectedly

You're not even warm, human after all
You're emotionally distant and not very human-like

You don't know what you're talking about
You're ignorant and have no idea what you're saying

I'm too skint to pay my debtors
I'm broke and can't pay my debts

Uh-oh unopened letters
I'm worried about unopened letters that may contain bills or bad news

Feels like a siege I'm under
I feel trapped and overwhelmed

How did you get my number?
I'm surprised someone contacted me and wonder how they found my number

Oh oh, it's for the better
I realize the situation is a positive one

Than on the never ever
Rather than never resolving it

I'll get back and back and back
I will keep trying over and over again

Around we go
The cycle of trying and failing continues

Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Peermusic Publishing
Written by: JASON PERRY, DANIEL CARTER, MARK CHAPMAN, GILES PERRY, ADAM PERRY

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Comments from YouTube:

@therealjesuschrist9160

36w↑1.1K

My grandfather grew up in those fields his whole life and worked them until the day his body gave out. Now I’m the first member of my family to go to college. I’m a senior at UOP in Stockton. This story just hits home on so many levels. I’m honored to be watching an early showing on Aug 30 at the University, in which he will be attending 🧡 ✊🏾 🇲🇽 Si Se Puede!

@flyboyz03411

36w↑17

Congrats man!

@rgdssd

36w↑11

Congratulations!

@Pwn3540

35w↑15

Nice. I also went to SJDC and transferred to UOP and graduated last year, and I haven't met Jose Hernandez myself but he was always at events that involved MESA and other science and engineering events from both schools, and many of my friends met him.

@wetguavass

35w↑7

working in the fields is better than gong to college .....

@therealjesuschrist9160

35w↑19

@@wetguavass thinking like that is what’s going to keep our people in those fields for centuries to come.

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@MiguelMartinez-il9vs

36w↑597

As an Engineering student with Mexican migrant workers parents and has met Astronaut Jose Hernandez I'm happy to see this Amazing story be shown to the world.

@mariahconklin4150

31w↑6

It’s sad that I haven’t even heard of him and his book came out in 2012 😢 I remember they had that movie October Sky which is a true story but this movie should have come out a long time ago it’s literally my favorite ever

@cxx1953

31w

It’s too bad he lied, space is fake

@victorhardin2186

30w

Good for you lol

@sergioosuna7

31w↑207

This was the most inspirational movie I've seen in years! All in all it was a beautiful story, this movie gets a 10 out of 10 for me!

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w↑6

Yess 💯 I loved the music they used!! Even Rick Rolled us😂😂😂

@Tali416

36w↑78

Michael Pena... finally getting the prime spot he deserves

@npeace312

34w↑2

Absolutely!

@AveIvy

36w↑121

This is the movie America needs right now. NEVER GIVE UP!

@kamilovelmos6352

31w↑1

The world

@shirleynegron7417

31w↑85

This movie should be mandatory to watch in High school. I love this movie everything about it the parents relationship as a couple and with their children,the relationship between cousins,siblings, the teacher but Specially the relationship between Jose and his Adelita. This movie is so inspiring, emotional,motivating. MUST WATCH ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

@AZnCarmy

36w↑47

as a stocktonian and a university of the pacific alumna..... i cannot even express how excited i am to watch this 🥲i was in stockton unified school district (SUSD) from 2005-2017, and i think most SUSD students during this time frame know of jose hernandez. finally met him in 2017 :)

@eruru08

36w↑26

My Parents are both immigrants. Mom came from the Dominican Republic my father escaped the Civil War in El Salvador in the 80s. I graduated a few years ago with a Masters in Computer Science top 10 in my class. Seeing another Latino Engineer make it shows the importance of dreams and determination. The symbolism of him looking down at his dirty hands as a child and then fast forward to clean hands once he is educated is crazy deep. It's not how you start its how you finish. Que viva Latinoamerica <3

@arsevela33

36w↑37

“This may not be your future, but it will always be your past” - that hit home… and something i will pass down to my son. I grew up watching my parents work the fields and picked lemons every summer with my father. Today I’m an engineering manager for one of the largest space defense subcontractors of the US government. También, de Michoacan para el mundo.

@lilianavera1951

32w↑1

Felicidades!!

@jameslanclos568

32w

My grandparents were share croppers, they were poor and never owned their own house, their whole lives.

@noble6285

36w↑44

I cant wait to watch this movie. He's from my hometown. He was one of my middle school teacher best friends. She wouldn't stop talking about him being an astronaut. You can tell she was very proud of him. She would even call him in class for us sometimes too. I remembered back when he was first going out to space she was so proud of him. She even record it on tv for us and show it the next day.

@timetitansanimation9558

32w↑25

WOW - what an amazing film and story, José Hernández. is a truly exceptional man, i am 48 and cried 3 times through this film, truly a remarkable story, with so many life lessons to share and learn, i was blown away by José Hernández and his family support, the teacher who believed in him just shows it takes that one person to believe in you, what a beautiful film and thank you for, 10 out of 10 guys.....thank you

@elenickv

36w↑66

I'm not crying, you're crying.

So proud to see that movies are being made about us and that we can do anything cuz, Si Se Puede!

@LokimonWasHere

32w↑1

There are plenty of movies made about Mexicans, most of them are made in Mexico.

@jorgelsoloriomoreno5152

36w↑14

Proud to say i am related to him and we are family. From a small rancho Ticuitaco, Michoacan. His parents super proud and our whole rancho very proud of him.

@tysonthomas7094

36w↑497

We need more movies like this in the theaters!

@gabzpot

36w↑15

Totally.

@qtasabutton21

36w↑20

Why aren’t they in theaters is the question?!?!

@tysonthomas7094

36w

Because it costs at least 15 dollars per ticket.... and popcorn costs another 8 (for a small) then you got water...WATER, costs like 9 bucks! Why would anyone go to a theater? These fat cat greedy rich executives need to understand that they need to loosen up! That's why there is a writer and actor strike. And soon, it's going to be a strike throughout the world! The time has come... down with the elite rich! They are too greedy!@@qtasabutton21

@cheetahluv210

35w↑9

Yeah it’s direct to prime but should be in imax

@aaironparker2837

32w↑4

Yes because the school system is failing. This gives hope to children all over

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@Mr-Nismo-Z

32w↑47

This might be the greatest example of the American dream I have ever seen in a movie. Even if you're born in American. It takes endless hard work to achieve your dreams. The story is. No matter who you are. If you work hard, never give up. There is nothing you can't achieve in this amazing country. If you didn't accomplish your dreams. You have no one but yourself to blame!

@fernandoboero1852

36w↑32

Thank you for making this movie for all of us Latinos who's parents sacrificed so we could have the opportunities they could never have in their mother countries. I think of the courage and determination of my parents everyday and try to not dishonor them.

@BethanyHoney

36w↑139

I had the pleasure of listening to Jose Hernandez speak last year, about his story and keys to reaching your goals. He said to never stop giving back to your community. Truly inspiring! Glad to see the movie is coming soon!

@alexparker2019

36w↑30

As a descendant of immigrants, I am thrilled that films like this are spotlighting remarkable stories I can identify with. I look forward to seeing this film bring Jose's journey to life.

@rezamehrabi5171

31w↑8

I Persian immigrant in London this film made me happy to se a immigrant do this specially a Mexican Unfortunately some people all they know about Mexico is the cartel they don’t know the rest hard working people the history the culture of the food the land but Now they will

@Kekinho07

31w↑2

From an immigrant to another immigrant, Thank you for your kind words hermano! We all work hard to have better lives.

@jacobncindyvitela5983

31w↑13

1st Year Medical Student here ! Can’t wait to watch this movie with my family. 🇲🇽🇺🇸❤

@heistruth2865

26w↑1

❤🎉❤❤❤ that is awesome!

@MindfulMya

36w↑98

Here for Michael Peña no matter what. He was awesome in Jack Ryan. I am so happy he’s getting such incredible roles.

@ap5139

36w↑9

End of Watch, Fury, East Bound and down and Narcos are some of his best roles.

@chucktaylor824

33w↑5

@@ap5139He's funny af in the Ant-Man movies, too lol

@yourelixir9656

31w↑1

He's so great! I loved him in Shooter & The Martian a lot too ❤️ The Martian was fantastic and another movie where he plays an astronaut 😀

@johsy

30w↑1

He’s bound to win an Academy award eventually. His talent is amazing.

@rangel2001

32w↑9

I started crying from the begininĝ of the movie, thinking of my father and all the strugles

@jetblackfox

32w↑199

I stumbled upon this movie and I cried tears of joy more than a few times. Such an incredibly well told story of resilience and hope and family and never giving up on your dream. In fact, knowing that it's hard and working that much harder. In the film, he tells his father that trying to do this thing is really heavy and his dad, lovingly, told him 'well, get stronger...' That's what those of us who come from very little have to do. We don't have the luxury of just giving up when it gets hard. We have to push a little farther and dig a little deeper. I have a very short list of favorite movies like The Pursuit of Happyness, Rocky, Good Will Hunting and Akeelah & The Bee. Stories of ordinary folks who believed in themselves enough to do extraordinary things. A Million Miles Away goes right to the top of that list, proudly. EVERY kid needs to see this movie....and some adults as well.

@lilipoxtan1615

31w↑3

Just love what u wrote!! Permission to use it ❤

@jetblackfox

31w

@@lilipoxtan1615Absolutely.

@itzmejax

30w

Very well put 👏👏

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w↑3

Yess! I loved everything just just said and also let's talk about the absolute bangers they played los tigres del norte, joan sebastian, juan Gabriel, Jose alfredo... even got Rick rolled😂😂 I love that they used that music made it more relatable.

@mellowdramatic33

30w↑4

I loved how the entire family gathered around one person and hugged that one person. We need more of this in all our families.

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@TheTruth-fm6cl

32w↑7

If anyone deserves to win an Oscar it should be Michael Peña. Great movie and performance!

@chrisretzlaff2895

36w↑10

When he said your not crying are you pop?, I wiped my eyes and said no......unbelievable.

@ill-nois2282

36w↑87

Love that Jose Hernandez is getting a biopic. Folks who are first generation Latino can relate to this so story so well, especially if you’re the first one in your family to obtain a degree. You’ll face a lot of challenges in your journey long the way but always do it for your family. Dream big kid, aim for the stars 🚀💫 échale ganas

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w↑2

It's also so well made! The "spanglish" is not over exaggerated like it is in the flaming hot movie. The music is amazing! The story, the production, everything is so well done! Also completely family friendly.

@danisdrew

31w↑13

I cried. I laughed. I’m a immigrant. I love space. I live in the USA. Everything in this movie made me feel real made me realize how hard it is to move to this country to the unknown and start your life from 0.

@Kekinho07

31w↑3

“Who better than a migrant, somebody that knows what it's like to dive into the unknown?” -Beto

@theepicgamehub9448

31w↑5

The best thing about this trailer is that a lot of us can relate to the experience. I'm the first person in my bloodline (for at least the past 100 years) to have come to the UK from Afghanistan and get a degree in Computer Science (+ a top 5 student in the whole Engineering department) at one of the most prestigious university in the UK and be fortunate enough to work in a large tech company. Less than 5% of my bloodline ever managed to learn to read and write at primary school level at best - and not a single one has ever gotten a degree in any field.

Honestly, if i can break boundaries while being from a war-torn, uneducated and one of the poorest nation on the planet you definitely can if you develop that hard work mentality that those from unfortunate countries are raised with. Just keep trying and you'll achieve what you seek.

@jxx1234

32w↑12

This movie gave me the push I needed when I was beaten down by racism, backstabbing, being overlooked for promotions, and all the condersending comments from the day I came to Australia as a migrant. I will push forward and achieve 💪

@aaania30

32w↑20

I just watched it on Amazon. No words, just struggling not to cry...amazing story!!!

@j.l.2849

32w↑7

Michael Pena and Rosa Salazar are both underrated actors that deserve more starring roles.

TAKE NOTE HOLLYWOOD

@elchapojr6219

32w↑15

Probably one of my favorite movies of all times.seriously Amazon you guys nailed it thank you for embracing our Latino community!!!!!!!

@gustavojamanca-lino300

36w↑12

Do you mean is possible crying during three repetitions of the trailer? yes, It does. Thanks, Jose Hernandez to be an inspiration for many of us.

@mageborn23

36w↑64

They need more inspiring movies like this

@Solidus78

35w↑2

yeah, this movie looks very good!

@spaceflight1019

32w↑2

Movies like this don't sell. It's all about franchise sequels. It'll last as long as "The Astronaut Farmer" did.

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w

It is amazing!!! Very family friendly. It's so well made, has great music... I was surprised to get Rick rolled by this movie😂 but I love it solid 10 out of 10

@elitely6748

36w↑343

Now this looks awesome, I'm definitely excited for this. These stories of people achieving their dreams and success are always amazingly beautiful. Plus space rocks!

@prisontv3299

32w↑2

I’ve seen it

@jonzimmerle497

32w

@@prisontv3299is it good? Or….?

@ljeanhowell8415

31w↑1

It was amazing!

@cxx1953

31w

Space is fake

@0Logan05

31w

😂 More Diversity Trash for leftists…

@jerrit20

32w↑14

Hidden Figures and now this?! So happy POC are getting our time to shine without focusing on a select few of greats. We need more stories like this. Doing an early preview today!!!😊

@SMITESHSURESH

30w↑9

What brought tears to my eyes were the few reassuring words from the teacher 😭

@topgrain

24w

Miss Young knew her student well. If there was a disappointment for me, it was her pre-launch appearance. They aged her about a hundred years for what was supposed to be just 30 years. In three decades, that Asian lady would hardly have changed at all.

@mattguz55

36w↑29

Too cool they're making a movie about Jose Hernandez. I've had the please of meeting him a few times. Really great man. We grew up in the same area, we went to the same university, his family is from the same area of Mexico that mine is from. Really inspiring guy, dream big! Heroes can come from anywhere.

@hugomtz7057

34w↑3

Arriva!!! Michoacán !!!

@npeace312

34w↑7

I hope people from all walks of life watch this and see that you can achieve your dream but it takes hard work and determination. Go for it!

@locotx215

36w↑13

For many, just to see one of us . . who grew up like us . . is like us . . just to see them make it is satisfying. It gives everyone who has worked hard and sacrificed the hope that eventually someone will achieve their dreams. The man who plants the seed that will grow into the tree he will never taste the fruit from is the spirit by which immigrant workers live. It's the spirit by which a cook or housekeeper who can work at a 5-Star hotel/restaurant fully knowing they could never afford to experience the luxury they support is the cruelest joke to play. That's why it's important to share stories of those who did make it. Thank you to the Hernandez Family for supporting the dream of Jose.

@Daphattack

36w↑4

100% real. I work so hard to make my parents proud and often think of my grandparents who had these visions of setting their grandkids up for success. It is for them I fight to give my kids a better chance that even I had. The blessing they gave us can not be repaid any other way than to set the next generation up for an even better life.

@ezequielperez1836

31w↑4

This a real mexican people life story so proud of them ❤

@shortroundChris

32w↑7

Just watched it last night, great movie about hope, perseverance and make sacrifices. No risk, no reward. And Michael Pena was perfect. Apparently, Jose Hernandez envisioned him to be the one and only man to portray him. Great choice. Hopefully this movie continues to take off!!!

@gabzpot

36w↑20

If I'm crying right now, imagine watching the movie.

@kir7331

32w

The are only some exeptional reasons a man can cry but watching a movie is definitwly not one of them

@gabzpot

31w↑1

@@kir7331 really? 😆

@gabzpot

31w

YES, really? Problem?

@silvia80az

36w↑19

Es un orgullo michoacano ❤😢 de la piedad, si se puede los sueños se hacen realidad 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻❤️ Jose Hernández 🙏🏻❤️

@chucktaylor824

33w

Estamos orgulloso de el aqui en casa en California 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

@clo8862

30w

Just realized he is from the Pueblo my stepdad is from la piedad 😢 ima show my stepdad this lol arriba Michoacán , Jalisco , chihuahua , Durango cuh

@sonna2240

34w↑88

My heart ❤ swells with pride for Jose's story being told. I can't wait to see it 🇲🇽🇺🇲

@jameslanclos568

32w↑5

Michael Pena is perfect for the part. He seems like a real likable guy.

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w↑2

You will absolutely love this movie!! Even the music is amazing!!

@jameslanclos568

30w

I downloaded it and watched, loved it, and will watch it again. Movies that I watch only one time, aren't any good, but if I watch it more than 1, 2, 3, Or more times, that's a good movie !!! @@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

@sonna2240

30w

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf I've heard! Some of my Familia has already watched it 3 times and it's #1 on Prime ❤️ 🤍💚

@DUDEfreestyle

31w↑20

This was one of the best movies I've watched in a long while. Very inspirational.

@MartaRC32

31w↑32

I just saw this movie and loved it... It´s an inspiration and kind of proves the point of how important your family is to help you fulfill your dreams. José could not have made it without all the emotional support he had, especially from his wife, kids, and parents. A great family movie to watch on a Sunday afternoon.

@ninacarranza5189

31w↑1

and beto 😢😢😢

@sabinoluevano7447

31w↑8

I hope more Chicanos get inspiration from him. We, as a community, need to catch up with Asians. Parents have such an important role in this. They need to encourage their children to go to college and be successful. Nothing wrong with being a blue-collar worker, but we need to be represented in every field of society, and we are under-represented in science in this country. And that's where the money and power is.

@marks93cobra

36w↑26

Love Michael Pena, can't wait to watch this!

@christianeduardo1

36w↑2

Latinos into space, Martians be aware 😅 (we do come in peace)

@leetonandez9460

36w

Peña

@mariahconklin4150

31w↑7

Honestly? It’s probably my favorite movie I cried a bunch. I have work today and actually got lost in the movie and forgot about work lol. I wanted to be an astronaut when I was a kid after seeing the movie Armageddon 😂. Such ab inspiring movie and worth the watch I am so proud of this man so proud I’m going to buy a bottle of his wine. Him and his family came so far and worked so hard. I was dishes for a living and it’s not even the same and was just talking to a co worker that said he used to work those farms with his family. Overall such ab inspiring movie if you haven’t seen it I suggest you do. 🖤🖤🖤

@jacobjones5269

30w↑2

I’ll never forget my dad telling me when I was 11-12, ordinary people do extraordinary things all the time.. Jose and his strong family support are beyond ordinary, but the point got home, Dad.. And thank you..

@angelicpastrana

36w↑14

Yes Michael Peña!!!! Such a good actor. I hope we get to see more from him!

@davidash2727

32w↑7

We saw it last night, it's awesome, Run Walk swim fly crawl just go go. So hard to find a movie with so much heart and soul.

@AnaDiaz-wz4cf

30w

Yess!! I loved the music. They picked the most wonderful classics, and that makes it connect with the Mexican audience 👏

@nissanzenkiboy

32w↑15

What a beautiful movie! My parents come to the states and gave up everything so I could have a better life; and they worked and still work so hard and have achieved so much! as a little kid I always wanted to do better ironically I always wanted to be an astronaut also and I’m proud to say I’ll be the first to graduate college this year with my degree in S.T.E.M all thanks to my loving parents.

@lancychifamba6097

32w↑28

Just watched this and it really made me emotional, I was inspired and really followed Jose in his journey, felt his disappointments, pain and achievements. Well told story, really inspirational

@echolot

36w↑8

one of the most underrated actors of his generation

@AdaSoto

36w↑20

I met the real guy. Very awesome. And his wife runs an excellent restaurant.

@bennettdavishoff

32w

Do you know what the restaurant is called? I tried doing some research and I can’t seem to find it.

@AdaSoto

32w↑1

@@bennettdavishoff I don't remember. Sorry. Not sure if it's still there. It was over a decade ago but it was just outside the Houston space centre.

@hcazzaly

31w↑6

Great movie. This is the type of positive motivation we all need! Specially our children! Great job Alejandra Marquez Abella.

@sonicwind1901

36w↑6

Why am I just now hearing about this. I can't wait this looks amazing. Michael peña is so perfect for this.

@ellepoe1842

30w↑4

This movie made my evening today, well written and presented story of encouragement, values and faith in yourself - moving and so inspiring.

@mikegar4843

31w↑2

Thank you Amazon for this awesome movie. I’m the first in my family to graduate from a university in the USA. The movie made me so proud of my Mexican heritage that I cried. Thank you so much!!!!

@giffordc19

32w↑12

I watched it last night. Such a stellar movie. One of the best feel good movies of the year. Definitely one not to miss.

@RakeshKumar-ks9do

31w↑4

I loved this movie, it is a great movie with all actors acted very well. It is full of emotions. I felt like crying inbetween

@nanpez4375

31w↑2

As millennial who was raised on the fields and now working under a roof with AC on a 9-5 makes me wanna get up and aim for something higher!

@bennifrijolitos1769

34w↑7

A real american success story of a real american hero.

@Werevertumoto

30w↑2

I saw this guy speak in a conference in Mexico about 10 years ago, it was very inspiring, I still remember his 4 steps +1

@Daphattack

36w↑7

Solo vi el trailer y ya estoy chillando, ya me imagino los papas 😂😂😂❤ I cant wait to see this!

@Platano_macho

31w↑1

My dad worked as a migrant farm worker in Bakersfield Ca he busted his back 270 hrs a pay period I remember my 5th grade teacher at lost hills school telling me I would be nothing more than a farm worker like my dad I graduated high school worked successful jobs landing a quality control job in aerospace then moving up to being an engineer/ estimator within a year moved out of California to Oklahoma and after multiple job rejection from other aerospace jobs here in Oklahoma I landed a job as a mechanic for the Department of the Air Force my dad passed away 3 years ago from stage 4 cancer….. he was very proud of his children.

@yakuve

32w↑11

Had the privilege of to watch the premiere of this movie yesterday. What a good movie !. Not only shows what perseverance mean, it also shows what the American dream is. It also show how important can be the actions of any adult on the life of a kid and how important are the good teachers in our life. Thanks to the producers of this excellent movie.

@kamilovelmos6352

31w↑2

Why “the American dream”? It should be everyone’s dream. To achieve greatness in any field.

@johsy

30w↑3

This movie will win awards. One of the most beautiful and inspiring films I have seen in a long time.

@mitchellrios5620

35w↑7

Makes me proud to be a Stocktonian.

@spaceflight1019

32w

Never forget the great words from Ego:

"Not everyone can be a great artist, but a great artist can come from anywhere."

@lourdesnieves4497

32w↑10

It’s a wonderful movie that teenagers must watch! The whole family! It’s inspiring! The power to do the best is in everyone and everything!

@RaulSanchez-lz4tt

32w↑5

Just seen this movie so much inspiration It will have you in tears the whole way. I'm glad I watched it.

@rubberdog8763

32w↑11

Oscar!!! What an absolute delightful, wonderful movie, well acted, based on a true great story. We definitely need more movies like this. And why hasn’t Michael Peña been on The View or so many other venues, What a wonderful, breath of fresh air, actor. It’s about he’s given a real role to show some of his true scope. Yes, Oscar!

@gabrielmarlenfarfan9876

32w↑5

Amazing movie, had a roller coaster of emotions. Love it!!!

@runningdeer2111

30w↑6

An incredible movie. Just finished watching. So inspiring.

@yourelixir9656

31w↑5

Just watched this 😍 FANTASTIC movie! Excellent cast. Michael Pena, as always, is so great. There is just something special about him ❤️ Highly recommend 👍 Very enjoyable and inspiring!

@scottlynch4771

32w↑21

That (but rest assured I’ll be standing here again in a year) part, breaks me every time 🥹
Definitely a great movie. I was like the dad for most of the movie ( Noo I’m not crying) 😂😂😂
The tenacity and love in a Mexican Family is something I both admire and respect. Wishing I had something like that.

@arhabhasankhan8465

35w↑12

This type of movies is what we all need ❤

@azchemguylopez2596

36w↑12

Read his autobiography years ago. I would tell everyone I knew about his story. My family grew up working the fields, and so I could definitely relate! Former chemist and researcher, now in public education, I couldn't be more excited! I will watch it with my kids and family!!❤❤🎉

@isaiahtellez9640

36w↑3

My uncle Ruben went to college with him and my dad knew him too. What a trip. Chicano power

@AFreeThinkingDawg09

31w

AMAZING MOVIE!! This is the AMERICA I know and love. Where you can be anything you want to be if you’re willing to put in the work. He could’ve just decided to be a victim instead he (and his supporting wife) figured out what he needed to do to set himself apart from the rest and THEY accomplished their mission. He wasn’t rejected bc of racism, he even acknowledged the other applicants had experience and qualities that he simply did not. So, he went out and got those skills and experience and got his shot at his dream. Beautiful story!

@billbermudez9456

33w↑2

Our father had to leave the 5th grade to work back at the farm. The family were sharecroppers. Both of his sons graduated with a Master's Degree. One became a California legislator. As for myself, I was an Educational Ambassador to the Baltic countries including Ukraine and Russia. Education was the key. I remember our mom mending dad's socks and shirts. They saved money to purchase an Encyclopedia set for us. I remember eating TV dinners as they used the money to put both of us for a catholic education. They are my heroes. My goal was to earn a doctorate degree. I settled instead on two Master's Degrees.

@jonnycomics

31w↑5

Just watched it. It was fabulous! Wonderful insight into a world I did not know about and think was conveyed very clearly.

@idjr2654

30w↑1

I watched this movie today and it really hit home. I was not the first in my family to go to college or graduate school, my two older sisters did so before me. However, I've had similar experiences where I was stereotyped for being Hispanic, e.g. when i purchased my first Italian sports car, as I was entering the car dealer, some Hispanic men who worked there washing vehicles ran to me to tell me that the dealer was not currently hiring, the memory still gives me a chuckle. Anyway, great movie, highly recommend it.

@2nd_snideelf144

28w↑1

Just like George Lopez's story where the roofers did not know he was the home owner after they all jumped in the pool when he left but came right back. 😆

@heinzg4631

30w↑3

i cried three times watching this movie ... T_T

@aelh123

30w↑1

Hector was phenomenal and Rosa was AMAZING in this ! 👏🏻

@tsaiyungchien1053

32w↑9

What I've learned from Jose Hernandez is that hard work and the ability to forgo indulgence are key.

@reactivist6526

32w↑3

it was always like this, since the beginning of the human race

@malcolmrobinson2624

31w↑3

Awesome. Well done Amazon. Well done. I can't wait to see this movie with my family.

@stephanieporras4394

30w↑2

Animo raza. SI SE PUEDE ✊🏽✊🏽 VIVA MEXICO 🇲🇽

@gamrgrex

30w↑4

Michael Peña kills it in this. I absolutely love his whimsical characters but his acting chops show up in serious roles like Extinction and Collateral Beauty show off his real skills. I'm inclined to rank him among the greats like Lithgow and Bryan Cranston where the range is simply so wide that most actors cannot reach.

@jgrant4736

32w↑3

Loved this film. I cried at the end.

@cuetojoshua568

29w↑1

This is a very inspirational story to me because when i was a kid till i grow up now my dream is to become an astronaut but i let my dream just to be my dream coz i know I can't reach that but im still dreaming

@Sam-ef3bj

31w↑1

Wonderful, wonderful movie! Completely inspiring: for Hispanic Heritage Month, honoring the achievements of our Hispanic Latino community, honoring the life of migrant workers, honoring scientists, NASA, and on. Just a completely inspiring movie.

@amccarty8206

31w↑1

Amazing man and amazing family.

@auroragonzales2955

18w↑3

Cried probably 6 times HARD stupid hard I haven’t seen a movie this soul touching in so long 1000/10 I think everyone would love this movie I wish it was in theaters

@Tropicalartpagan

30w↑1

Super inspiring my husband and I laughed and cried like 4 times 🇺🇸🇲🇽🇺🇸I am learning Russian myself.💚I am just an immigrant’s child but my children will proudly be/become genius.

@ryanm1586

31w↑3

This is my new favorite movie!

@LS-eg2ge

32w↑35

I just watched this movie and it is amazing. Wholesome, inspiring and authentic without putting a certain group or ethnicity as victims. No Race card here people!Hard work and dedication is all it takes to succeed . He was So humble ! I loved it.

@mechwd-gaming

32w↑5

No race card? That is different. I was on the fence about watching it because being white I’m sick of being the villain in every movie.

@reactivist6526

32w↑4

@@mechwd-gaming whimp

@Daygostylz

31w↑2

No “race card”? In other words it tip-toes around the truth in order to not hurt people’s feelings. Such a tired and lame term.

@Daygostylz

31w↑1

@@mechwd-gaming imagine Germans being like, “I’m so tired of movies making Nazis out to be bad guys…race card!” 🤦‍♂️

@mechwd-gaming

31w

Not every movie needs to be a "white man bad" messages. Get over it.@@Daygostylz

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@343gabe

36w↑38

I love this. Having worked in those fields with my grandpa as a young kid in a border town, this is amazing. And I love that it's not bashing anyone else or any other groups/races. This looks great, something I can show my kids and anyone from any race or background can find inspiration from!

@spaceflight1019

32w

People from coal towns and steel mills don't get to go into space. Homer Hickam's Rocket Boys were first.

@spaceflight1019

32w

@@wukongrobotics7983 No "written" rules. There have been no Hungarian astronauts, and one each from Poland, Slovakia, and the Czech Republic.
A century ago, Eastern Europeans were characterized as "dumb Hunkies" when they migrated to the United States. They weren't dumb, they just didn't speak English. But the stigma remained, and I had to fight against it all of my life and career. I routinely was denied training yet expected to do the work. That was the tip of the iceberg.

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