Review of Contact (1997) by Sue C — 30 Nov 2016

Now that I've seen Arrival. I have to give Contact a perfect rating. Arrival lacked the mystery and wonder of Contact.

This review of Contact (1997) was written by Sue C on 30 Nov 2016.

Contact has generally received positive reviews.

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