Close Encounters of the Third Kind
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
Release Year
1977
Runtime
137 min
Audience Score
7.4
Genres
Science Fiction, Drama
Story Snapshot
After an encounter with UFOs, an electricity linesman feels undeniably drawn to an isolated area in the wilderness where something spectacular is about to happen.
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Close Encounters of the Third Kind is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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