We are not alone

Starring: Richard Dreyfuss, Francois Truffaut, Teri Garr, Melinda Dillon, Bob Balaban, J. Patrick McNamara, Roberts Blossom, Philip Dodds, Cary Guffey, Lance Henriksen

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★★☆☆ - great

"Ronnie, if I don't do this, that's when I'm going to need a doctor." – Roy Neary

Why watch this? This chaotic and beautiful film is Steven Spielberg's version of first contact.

Plot Summary: This sci-fi thriller follows two plots heading in the same direction. The first follows several scientists from around the globe who are researching strange events and discoveries, all while UFO sightings are on the rise. Meanwhile, in Muncie, Indiana, a three-year-old boy, Barry, and an ordinary electric worker, Roy, experience the UFOs with life-changing effects. Of course, the government has been making preparations to welcome the outer space visitors at Devil's Tower in Wyoming. But what about Roy (an several other unrelated folks from around the U.S.) and his apparent connection to these aliens? Is he crazy, or does he have some purpose to play in this historic moment in time?

Dad's Preview: This massive cinematic production left many audiences in awe. Surprisingly, the special effects hold up really well, even by today's standards - exactly what we should expect from Steven Spielberg. This is a must-see classic sci-fi film.

EMI Films; Columbia Pictures