Customer Ratings & Reviews

Watching this in the theater, I felt it was a thought provoking, yet confusing movie. Couldn't quite understand where it was going. Watching the DVD, I found it to be very nuanced therefore more interesting. This is one of those 'gotta watch it multiple times to get it' films.

Not action-packed by any measure, but it is intellectually stimulating. This is the kind of movie that needs to be watched twice: first for confused awe, and second for that "aha" moment. Distinct from director Denis Villeneuve's previous works: Sicario, Enemy, and Prisoners.

This is NOT Independence Day or some other blockbuster action "end of the world" flick. This is a very well made thought provoking sci-fi drama that makes you THINK! If that's your kind of science fiction, then this movie is for you. Amy Adams was spectacular in this role.

Enjoyed seeing the problem of communication with an alien species treated seriously, although the movie raises questions that it doesn't begin to address (which I won't address here because I think that discussion would constitute a spoiler if you haven't seen the movie).

In this mystery/science fiction film, a team of elite scientists race against the clock to stop an unidentified space ship of aliens from starting a war on planet earth. Amy Adams does an impressive job, particularly in a scene where she is trying to communicate with the creatures. You'll be captivated as soon as you press play

Was really looking forward to seeing this on 4K and really found it to be different then what I thought. The 4K is not a Wow type picture but a more dull pale picture fitting the theme. Will re watch but not comparable to Close Encounters in my eyes like some are saying.

I was fortunate enough to receive this movie as a Christmas present and boy did it have me smiling! I’d seen it once before so I knew that I was happy to be able to enjoy it a second time! I’m also looking forward to perusing the special features!

The arrival was entertaining and maybe a little bit more predictable than i thought it would be...but i will not ruin it for anyone...it did keep me in my seat but on the other hand i have not watched it again yet...so a solid 4 stars and i would recommend this movie.

So this is another sci-fi fantasy film but it does provoke some thought. How would we ever communicate with an alien world if we did encounter them? Why would they even try to communicate? What would the message be? And would we be united or divided in trying to understand? Not a bad take on how to answer the above.

"Arrival" was recommended to me by the Best Buy associate when I purchased my Samsung 4K flatscreen. He assured me it was a great movie and he was on point. The movie is deep but it reflects what's happening on Earth between the many nations and peoples. A good movie to delve into on one of those evenings or weekends.

I didn't know much about this movie when I bought it, and I was not disappointed when I was through watching it. Very well done movie with a great cast and well enhanced by effects. Definately happy that I now own this so I can watch it any time I get a hankering.

I wasn't quite prepared for the download requirement and I don't have a BluRay player. Buyers should be careful to understand that the discs won't play on a DVD player but it is possible to view the film if you have the patience to go through the necessary steps.

I'm a sucker for anything extraterrestrial. But this was done so perfectly in my opinion. It kept me guessing until the end and delivers such a surprise that you smile once you realize it yourself. Amy Adams is terrific in her role. Wish it had done better at the Academy Awards but it's no doubt a winner in my book.

Although this is not a perfect film, it definitely is emotionally satisfying. Rather than relying on cliché tropes of the genre, Arrival focuses on the human element of the story, giving the film the emotional punch it needs to overcome it's anticlimactic ending.

This movie blew me away by not being a conventional alien invasion type of story at all. It can barely be labeled as such really. Instead it's a deeper, more personal journey for the characters and a great example on showing the disconnection of humanity and the capabilities of unity we could achieve. Do check it out!

Arrival is a great film. If you love sci-fi and a film that's directed, written, and acted well, then this film is something you should own. I have a 5.1 surround sound system, receiver courtesy of Best Buy, and this movie gives my surround a great workout. The bass is incredible. I highly recommend this Blu-ray.

This is a "thinking person's" science fiction movie. It's subtle and through provoking and worth the emotional investment and time. There are no space battles or earth conquering aliens. Just people learning to find common ground in which to communicate and learn with and from each other. A great movie. See it again.

I think this was a really interesting and enjoyable movie. It requires you to pay attention to what is taking place in order to appreciate the ending but that's what makes the storyline even better. I think you will enjoy seeing this movie over and over again.

I saw that it won an Oscar for Sound (I think) and figured... "why not?". I was a fan of Interstellar and The Martian so another SPACE movie seemed right up my alley. I was very happy with my choice since all I knew about it was the movie trailer I saw during the Oscars. Great story... superb action (great sound).

Really enjoyed the story line and production work put into this movie. The sound effects and music score was done very well.This is one of those movies that you have to watch at least two times to get the most out of it. By the way, the interesting twist is that the aliens did not come to hurt the humans.