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Arrival

PG-13 2016 Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction · 1h 56m
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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.

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About Arrival

When enigmatic spacecraft appear across the globe, the United States military enlists Dr. Louise Banks, a gifted linguist, to decipher the aliens' complex language and ascertain their intentions. As Banks and her colleague, Ian Donnelly, race against time, they must navigate political tensions and unravel the mysteries of the alien communication to determine if they pose a threat to humanity or offer a message of peace, facing the possibility of global war.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by the visionary Denis Villeneuve, Arrival features a stellar cast led by Amy Adams as Dr. Louise Banks, a linguist tasked with decoding the alien language. Jeremy Renner plays Ian Donnelly, a physicist working alongside Louise. Forest Whitaker portrays Colonel Weber, the military officer who recruits them. Michael Stuhlbarg is Agent Halpern, a CIA agent. Tzi Ma appears as General Shang, representing the Chinese military. Mark O'Brien plays Captain Marks, another member of the military team.

What people like about Arrival

Critics lauded Arrival for its intellectual depth, emotional impact, and stunning visuals. Many praised Amy Adams's powerful performance as Louise Banks, highlighting her ability to convey both vulnerability and strength. The film's unique approach to the science fiction genre was widely celebrated, with reviewers noting its focus on communication and understanding rather than action and conflict. Others have stated that Arrival defies the usual genre conventions and delivers a smart and sophisticated story.

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Movie Score

76%

Released

November 10, 2016

Director

Denis Villeneuve

Cast

Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker, Michael Stuhlbarg, Tzi Ma, Mark O'Brien

Genre

Drama, Mystery, Science Fiction

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