Review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) by Matt D — 21 Sep 2013
Damn. Rewatching this and 'The Wizard of Oz' in the same weekend has really taken me back. In other words I've been an emotional, retrospective wreck.
But anyway...there's not much to say here about 'E.T.' that hasn't been said countless times in the past but the bottom line is that Spielberg nailed it. Say what you will about his directorial style and his manipulation of audience feelings, this is him at his sharpest and if you're not a bit weepy by the end of this thing, you're a much tougher person than I.
Also, if you've ever doubted the talents of John Williams (whats wrong with you?) this is the film to turn those feelings around. Simply one of the most perfectly rendered scores of all time. Magical stuff.
This review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) was written by Matt D on 21 Sep 2013.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has generally received very positive reviews.
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