Review of Arrival (2016) by General Jack R — 17 Feb 2018

This movie will stimulate your imagination, even if the ending didn't quite make sense.

This review of Arrival (2016) was written by General Jack R on 17 Feb 2018.

Arrival has generally received very positive reviews.

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