Review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) by Gary Arnold for Washington Post — 13 Jun 1986
Spielberg has always demonstrated extraordinary aptitude for filmmaking, but "E.T." is far and away his most satisfying work to date. He knows how to transform the raw material of his childhood into an appealing popular fable.
There are sequences that touch you to the quick in mysteriously casual ways.
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This review of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) was written by Gary Arnold and published by Washington Post on 13 Jun 1986.
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has generally received very positive reviews.
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