This was one of the first films I saw at the cinema, all the way back in 1982. I only really appreciated it's wonder and magic several years later. This is not just a science fiction tale it is a beautiful love story between a young boy and his almost imaginary friend.
I think the wonder of this film is based around the strong performances by the leads. It has always amazed me that Henry Thomas and the underrated Robert MacNaughton have never made more success of their obvious talent.
But this is Spielberg bombarding his audience with emotion. My mum tells me I cried as a 5 year old in the cinema, there is a lump in my throat still now as a 24 year old, though this is due to exhilaration as much as emotion.
A great film for everyone a must for Spielberg fans even though there cant be many who havent seen it.
I think the wonder of this film is based around the strong performances by the leads. It has always amazed me that Henry Thomas and the underrated Robert MacNaughton have never made more success of their obvious talent.
But this is Spielberg bombarding his audience with emotion. My mum tells me I cried as a 5 year old in the cinema, there is a lump in my throat still now as a 24 year old, though this is due to exhilaration as much as emotion.
A great film for everyone a must for Spielberg fans even though there cant be many who havent seen it.