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Arrival

2016, Movie, 1h 56min

Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.

Country: United States

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Reviews

Caroline Hjortshøj

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Made me scared that aliens exist

3 years ago

Jackson Holiday Wheeler

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Such an amazing film! Gripping and with a powerful message. It’s not the fastest paced movie, but it keeps you engaged all throughout. Highly recommended!

6 years ago

Tomas Bäckman

Different and very interesting and complex about meeting and trying to communicating with strange beings.

3 years ago

5h4pkn5hny

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Best piece I have seen in this category. So beautiful. And actually gives hope 💕

2 years ago

Critic Dan Jolin

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...a beautifully polished puzzle box of a story whose emotional and cerebral heft should enable it to withstand nit-picky scrutiny.

Read full review at Empire

Critic Robbie Collin

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...dazzling science-fiction that will leave you speechless

Read full review at The Telegraph

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In a world thrown into chaos by the sudden arrival of massive alien spacecraft, a linguist is called upon to bridge the gap between humanity and these enigmatic visitors. As global tensions rise and nations prepare for conflict, she embarks on a perilous mission to understand their language and intentions. With time running out, her quest for communication becomes intertwined with profound personal revelations that challenge her very perception of existence. As she navigates mounting pressure from authorities and escalating fears from the public, every decision carries heavy stakes—not just for humanity's fate but also for her own heart. The film explores themes of connection, understanding, and the complexity of human experience in the face of extraordinary circumstances. It invites viewers to ponder what it truly means to communicate across barriers both foreign and familiar.