For the child in us all

Rating: 10/10 (6 December 2015)

Nostalgia can be a popular emotion, blinding us to flaws that are otherwise quite obvious. With 'E.T.' there's certainly nostalgia there for me, but what makes it different is that it makes me feel like I'm 8 years old again.
Every element of this film is truly sensational. You're unlikely to ever find a cast of children who are the equal of the youngsters here. The direction by Steven Spielberg is--no pun intended--light years ahead of the many copycats who followed. Oh, and then there's the score by John Williams. If it doesn't give you goose bumps, there's a good chance you are dead.
With laughs, thrills and a huge heart, 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' is a classic for the ages.