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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is a 1982 science-fiction screenplay written by Melissa Mathison. It follows Elliott, a young boy who discovers and befriends an extraterrestrial stranded on Earth, then tries to help him return home while avoiding government capture. The screenplay centers on childhood friendship, separation, family relationships, and empathy, combining science-fiction elements with a coming-of-age story.
It was directed by Steven Spielberg.
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Who are the children at the center of the E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial screenplay?
Elliott discovers the stranded alien and secretly brings him home, while Michael and Gertie become involved in protecting him. Elliott's emotional connection to E.T. lets the screenplay show the alien's fear through a child's perspective.
What does E.T. mean when he says he wants to go home?
E.T. is separated from his species when his fellow travelers leave Earth without him. Elliott helps him build a communication device so he can contact his people before government agents capture the alien.
Who wrote the E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial screenplay?
Melissa Mathison wrote the screenplay, and Steven Spielberg directed the 1982 Universal Pictures film. Henry Thomas played Elliott, Drew Barrymore played Gertie, and Peter Coyote played the government agent known as Keys.
What Academy Award recognition did E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial receive?
The film received nine Academy Award nominations and won four, including Original Score for John Williams and Visual Effects. It also won awards for Sound and Sound Effects Editing at the 1983 ceremony.
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