Contact

It’s time for a 4K remaster of this movie. Long live The Arecibo Observatory. Such a beautiful film.

A great film with a sweeping scope. One of my favorite films with a real conscious a great cast and beautifully shot.

Has some great tunnel vision moments. Makes you think about our place in the universe and keeps giving. Love it!

It's a good movie, after all. The ending really makes you wonder if it was a hoax, planned by a genius billionaire. When I first saw the movie at the theatres, in Septemner 1997, the opening was simply dazzling!

I'm a big fan of both Zemeckis and Foster. They care about what they do, and they try to do things they've never done before. They don't always knock it out of the park, but you always know they gave it their best swing. In terms of commerical art, that means something. Contact embodies an unusual mix of science and humanity. As in life, you may not get what you expect (or want) from it, but what you do get feels genuine. The filmmakers did the impossible job of integrating scientific information with spirituality, beyond the confines of the university and church. I think in writing his book, Carl Sagan was attempting to gently open the public consciousness and take us beyond our limited perceptions and culture. Zemeckis admirably adapted this vision. It's definitely not "Independence Day." Don't look here if you need to watch the world blow up. Watch Contact if you need to sense (or be reminded) that you're not alone, and may indeed be part of a much grander spectacle.

Sci-Fi or (Sci-Non Fiction), at its best...A ‘what if’, story of a possible way life and sentient beings might contact earth and other planets of life. It gently shows contrast to those who fear human capabilities by beliefs in religion- and the wondrous connection of science and scientific human understanding. It delves into a mathematical encrypted sonic message that suggests a vague machine. Does it travel through Time? Does it thrust you through a wormhole to another galaxy? Is it a Hoax? Only Jodie Foster can figure it out— and what a ride it is... A classic movie ahead of its time... Add 25-30 points to score- for mid-1990’s politically correct allowances, and the insecure reaction of some who this movie threatens their belief systems, (thus rating it lower subconsciously-). It’s well made, thought provoking, edge of your seat drama, got love story (kinda), characters with purpose and very well acted... a must watch film and well balanced movie.

From the first time I saw Contact it became one of my go to movies. So thought provoking. The soundtrack is equally brilliant

I cannot say enough good things about this movie. If you’re into sci fi and you’re into space, this movie is great for you! I first saw this movie in 2012 and it changed my life. I own this movie and have watched it at least 10 times, despite how long it is. Enjoy!

Katya brought me here

If you like the idea of a Scientist/Author taking on the challenge of Religion vs. Science, you might just like this. (Tip: The book AND the movie are both really fantastic.