A philosophical thriller

Rating: 9/10 (21 April 2018)

Communication as the world's most important instrument. Especially in the world of the Internet it is possible to communicate with every person in the world, because it is understandable that there are also misunderstandings. It is obvious that these can be solved because of translators. But how do you go about living creatures that speak a completely unexplored language? This theme sets Arrival brilliantly. It concentrates entirely on the first interactions between humanity and the aliens, without departing into a CGI battle, but it is by no means boring. There is always a fascinating tension in the room (well, tent) and you want to know all the time why the aliens are on Earth and what they want to tell the people. The movie offers great pictures and an overwhelming sound.
Highly recommended.