Review of Arrival (2016) by Nikolayg — 25 Feb 2017
Grossly overrated movie. The plot is nearly non-existent, and what there is makes little sense. Huge questions, such as - Why have the aliens come? - are answered in about 6 words. The screenplay isn't a screenplay; it is a rough sketch, one that leaves many story elements undeveloped.
Honestly, I don't know what they needed two hours for if this is all they had to deliver. I could, if I wanted (I won't) "spoil" this movie for you in about two sentences, as that's all there is in terms of content.
The rest of it is spent on dull shots of the giant floating rock of an alien ship, and repetitive scenes of our cast learning to communicate with the octopus-like aliens. Add two hours to your life and do not see this movie.
This review of Arrival (2016) was written by Nikolayg on 25 Feb 2017.
Arrival has generally received very positive reviews.
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