The Brother from Another Planet
A mute alien with the appearance of a black human is chased by outer-space bounty hunters through the streets of Harlem.
Release Year
1984
Runtime
108 min
Audience Score
6.7
Genres
Comedy, Science Fiction, Drama
Story Snapshot
A mute alien with the appearance of a black human is chased by outer-space bounty hunters through the streets of Harlem.
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The Brother from Another Planet is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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