Arrival
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.
Release Year
2016
Runtime
116 min
Audience Score
7.6
Genres
Drama, Science Fiction, Mystery
Story Snapshot
Taking place after alien crafts land around the world, an expert linguist is recruited by the military to determine whether they come in peace or are a threat.
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Arrival is a mind-bending pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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