I'll Be Going Now
I'll Be Going Now

I'll Be Going Now

1991Movie93 minItalian

After eighteen years of psychiatric care, the former bank manager Augusto Scrivani returns home from his daughter-in-law Carla. Dino Risi directs a melancholy and scratchy Gassman.

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IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes92%
Metacritic85/100
Google Users90%
Director: Steven SpielbergGenres: Drama, Sci-Fi, Adventure

Plot Summary

A lonely alien visitor, stranded on Earth, forms an unlikely bond with a human woman. As they navigate their connection, they must also evade government agents seeking to capture the alien for study. Their journey becomes a race against time to find a way for the alien to return home, exploring themes of connection, loss, and the definition of home.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'I'll Be Going Now' was met with critical acclaim, lauded for its emotional depth, stunning visual effects, and powerful performances. Audiences were deeply moved by the film's exploration of extraterrestrial connection and its poignant portrayal of human relationships. It achieved significant box office success and became a beloved classic for its blend of science fiction wonder and heartfelt storytelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually spectacular and emotionally resonant science fiction masterpiece.
  • Spielberg's direction creates a sense of wonder and deep emotional connection.
  • Dreyfuss delivers a career-defining performance as the empathetic alien.

Google audience: Viewers praised the film's touching story and the heartwarming relationship between the alien and the human protagonist. Many found the movie to be a thought-provoking and tear-jerking experience, with a strong emphasis on themes of friendship and belonging. Some noted that the film's pacing, while deliberate, effectively builds emotional impact.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for 7 Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor (Richard Dreyfuss), winning Best Original Screenplay and Best Visual Effects. Won 3 Golden Globe Awards including Best Motion Picture – Drama.

Fun Fact

The iconic 'finger touch' scene between the alien and the human was inspired by Michelangelo's 'The Creation of Adam' fresco on the Sistine Chapel ceiling.

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