Review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) by Jason K — 23 Jan 2017
Charming, magical sci-fi-fairy tale, and a true 80s classic. The excellent child actors carry this film (there is only one adult's face visible for the first 90 minutes), and the E.T. doll was wonderfully convincing for that time and still works today.
The message of tolerance and friendship may be naive and predictable, and the melodrama a bit over the top, but it's hard not to lose your heart to this adorable story. A bit slow at times, the magical, exciting showdown speeds things up really well, leading to a heart-warming solution.
Adults may grow out of being fascinated by this film, but it will forever be a movie that brings a glow into children's eyes.
This review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) was written by Jason K on 23 Jan 2017.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has generally received very positive reviews.
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