Customer Ratings & Reviews

This movie encourages one to think of the influences on thought processes and emotional factors guiding our decisions. The brain and heart don't always agree. It's a different kind of science fiction movie. I am an avid science fiction fan, but found this enjoyable in a different way from my normal science fiction pleasure.

One of the best movies of the year. This film is about a linguist who is brought in to help decipher an alien language after alien ships arrive on Earth. The story plays out in a way that will keep you wondering and leave you wanting to talk about it. I will leave it brief because of spoiling anything. Great acting, great effects and a great story. Pick up easily one of the best movies of 2016!

If you've seen this movie already, you know you need to watch it more to fully understand and appreciate it. As far as the Blu-ray itself goes, it features really beautiful, faithful picture quality and the audio that is so crucial to the experience sounds pretty phenomenal in the included DTS-HD 7.1 mix. Add five fascinating special features and this is definitely a disc worth picking up.

I had not read any reviews going into watching this movie, so really did not know what to expect. What I got was an amazing movie about people and their interactions with one another under immense stress, that just happened to have some aliens in it. There are no big battles, dog fights in alien spacecraft, or laser guns going "pew pew pew". What there is is just great acting and awesome writing.

Arrival may have looked like a hundred other "aliens come to Earth" films but this is done so much better. Excellent story and cast; and it's no wonder the film was nominated for so many academy awards. The Blu Ray version of the film looks very sharp and sounds great. The film originally has more muted colors and less saturation so don't expect the poppy colors from most films.

The soundtrack is excellent in this blu-ray transfer. The bass really excels in moments and the soundtrack accentuates the dialogue. The colors are vibrant. There are several dark scenes that I recall were hard to make out. But, if you view in a darker room, you shouldn't have a problem. Lower the lights on this one. But, the acting and story is excellent...worthy of the best picture nomination.

I loved this movie. It's one that makes you think while entertaining you as well. Amy Adams is perfectly cast in this movie which could be what first contact would be like. I hate to criticize directors' on choices in color palate and overall look and feel of their story. But the look of this movie is drab, washed out, with terrible black-level and shadow detail. I thought my TV was having issues or that the transfer of this movie to Blu-Ray was bad. However, in reading reviews from people who had seen it both in the theater and on Blu-Ray said that the Blu-Ray's look was accurate to what they had seen on the big screen. So in effect, this was the director's choice. Drab washed out color to portray a certain feeling is one thing. But lack of shadow detail just makes the movie look stupid. So, I like the movie but due to the problems mentioned above I would say rent it because it would be hard to watch multiple viewings of it.

If you're looking for another mindless action flick, you come to the wrong place which is a little odd considering that the directed also created Sicario. This type of movie requires the viewer to have some level of intelligence to understand the concept of the film. It's worth a watch, but I would consider renting it at first.

It is a slow starting movie . If you stick with it its a good movie.

Didn't get a chance to watch this movie in the theaters. Grabbed it on sale... watched it at home and I regret not seeing it in theaters. This movie is great. If you are into Sci-fi & drama this is right up your alley. Its going to make you feel something. You may not like it... but you will appreciate that this movie did it... its what movies are suppose to do... make you feel something.

Good story with great message about the importance of communication, this was driving the movie to It's end. You really need to pay attention to the details and when the ending comes you will be taken back to parts of the film that maybe didn't make sense but now It does. Amy Adams was really good in this movie as she continues to be a face we will continue to see on the big screen!

My wife and I saw this movie when it was released in the theaters. I found it totally enjoyable however my wife had mixed feelings. None the less, i purchased the movie on blu-ray the day it was released and watched it that evening. The second time around I found it even more enjoyably. I can completely understand why it was nominated for several Academy Awards. A must see in my opinion.

The films of Denis Villeneuve are usually more engaging and enjoyable on the big screen, but this Blu-ray release of “Arrival” still has pristine enough quality to be thrilling on a smaller HDTV. Good picture and audio quality, as well as the fact that the film is pretty darn good, make this worth a watch.

It was alright- good for family night if you like Sci-Si stuff.

Master filmmaker Denis Villaneuve takes a more scientific and philosophical approach with this film. Pacing, acting, cinematography and all around themes of this film are stunning. Definitely not for the viewer looking for the typical action packed sci fi action flick. But a refreshing take with good payoff if you can stand a film without a CGI explosion every 10 minutes.

I remember watching this movie when it came out and I ended a little confused at the ending, I wanted to watch it again to find the missing dots and I founded it at BB for the lowest price ever. I did watch it twice already and I love it. Great plot, excellent actors, awesome movie.

This movie about contact with extraterrestrial encounter is very well acted and exciting. The movie was slow but I was excited to find out how the encounter would unfold and how it will be received. Very intelligent and gripping movie that I enjoyed thoroughly. If you liked Interstellar you'll like this movie also.

I thoroughly enjoyed this movie! It is not your standard aliens, space ships, space battles and special effects. Rather it is a thinking person's sci-fi. Looking forward to watching it again to see what I (likely) missed the first time.

I enjoyed this movie. The concept of language is quite interesting. The time aspect is creative as well. It's not an action movie, so don't expect people to be running around flipping, shooting and cussing every 30 seconds. This movie is for people whose entertainment includes actual thought.

Arrival is a dazzling cinematic (near) masterpiece that requires, and deserves, undivided attention. Amy Adams and Jeremy Renner are stand-outs and play very believable parts, especially when enhanced by the performance of Forest Whitaker. Hard sci-fi that has a "blink and you'll miss it" ending. Well worth the addition to any sci-fi afficionado's collection.