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By Graves Hopper

Updated 18 March 2023

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1982 American science fiction film

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Released	26 May 1982 (41 years, 1 months ago)

Director	Steven Spielberg
Duration	115 minutes
Awards	National Film Registry, Saturn Award for Best Science Fiction Film, Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Drama, Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score, Academy Award for Best Original Score, BAFTA Award for Best Film Music, Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing, Academy Award for Best Sound Editing, Saturn Award for Best Special Effects, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director, Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Director, Grammy Award for Best Score Soundtrack for Visual Media, Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Film, David di Donatello for Best Foreign Director, Saturn Award for Best Music, Saturn Award for Best Writing, Boston Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director, Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Foreign Language Film and Saturn Award for Best Classic Film DVD Release
Genre	science fiction film, children's film and drama film
Nominated for	Academy Award for Best Director, Academy Award for Best Cinematography, Academy Award for Best Sound Editing, Academy Award for Best Film Editing, Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay, Academy Award for Best Picture, Academy Award for Best Original Score, Academy Award for Best Sound Mixing, Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay, Golden Globe Award for Best Original Score, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Film, Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Drama, National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director, Golden Globe Award for Best Director, Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing – Feature Film, BAFTA Award for Best Makeup and Hair, César Award for Best Foreign Film, BAFTA Award for Best Editing, BAFTA Award for Best Film, Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation, BAFTA Award for Best Direction, BAFTA Award for Best Special Visual Effects, BAFTA Award for Best Film Music, BAFTA Award for Best Sound, Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Foreign Language Film and BAFTA Award for Most Promising Newcomer to Leading Film Roles
Composer	John Williams
Production company	Amblin Entertainment and Universal Studios
Country of origin	United States of America
Screenwriter	Melissa Mathison
Producer	Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy and Melissa Mathison

About E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

In 1982, director Steven Spielberg released a film that would become a cultural phenomenon: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. The story of a young boy named Elliott who befriends a stranded alien, the film captured the hearts of audiences around the world with its themes of friendship, love, and acceptance.

At the center of the film is the titular character, E.T., a lovable and curious creature brought to life through groundbreaking special effects. The relationship between E.T. and Elliott, played by a young Henry Thomas, is the heart of the film, and their bond is both touching and unforgettable.

The film's score, composed by John Williams, is also a standout element, with its iconic main theme becoming instantly recognizable to audiences of all ages. The film's success at the box office and with critics cemented Spielberg's status as one of Hollywood's most talented and visionary directors.

Over 30 years later, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial remains a beloved classic, with its themes and characters continuing to resonate with audiences of all ages. As Rolling Stone put it in their original review of the film, "E.T. is a movie that will be loved for generations to come."

References:

- E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Directed by Steven Spielberg, Universal Pictures, 1982.

- Travers, Peter. "E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial." Rolling Stone, 17 June 1982, https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/movie-reviews/e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-2-105383/.