Review of The Brother from Another Planet (1984) by Samuel B — 17 May 2011
Another John Sayles movie, and I really like this one. An alien, who appears quite human, crash-lands in New York City where he must blend in and learn how to live in the culture. This movie really is a social commentary on illegal immigrants which is clear in the intro to the movie as the main character ends up in Ellis Island Immigrant museum.
In other words, you don't necessarily have to be from another planet to feel like an outsider in another culture or even a strange place in your own country. The movie is entertaining and I would watch it again.
This review of The Brother from Another Planet (1984) was written by Samuel B on 17 May 2011.
The Brother from Another Planet has generally received positive reviews.
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