E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
1982Steven Spielberg115 min
Verdict: Home
- Graded near black
- The score does the plotting
An alien is left behind on Earth and saved by the 10-year-old Elliott who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While a task force hunts for the extra-terrestrial, Elliott, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home.
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- A less letterboxed image on a 16:9 screen.
- Published shot timings inform the attention estimate.