Making Contact
A nine year old boy named Joey, who after the tragic death of his father, begins to experience psychic powers such as allowing him to move inanimate objects with his mind, set things on fire, and even communicate with his dead father. However, not everything is good for Joey as his newly gained powers accidentally awake an evil supernatural force that is contained inside the body of an old ventriloquist's dummy that Joey found in an abandoned house. The supernatural Dummy shows similar powers to Joey's, and soon he puts the lives of everyone near Joey in danger as the evil Dummy has dark plans for Joey's special powers.
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Plot Summary
A lonely boy named Matt discovers a mysterious radar set in his attic. He soon realizes it can pick up signals from another dimension and begins communicating with an alien entity. As their bond grows, Matt becomes increasingly isolated from his friends and family, unaware of the true, sinister intentions of his extraterrestrial companion.
Critical Reception
Making Contact was a modest sci-fi thriller that gained a cult following over the years, particularly among fans of 1980s genre films. While it didn't achieve widespread critical acclaim upon release, its unique premise and atmospheric storytelling have earned it a dedicated audience.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its imaginative premise and suspenseful build-up.
- Some critics found the pacing uneven and the special effects dated.
- Appreciated for its nostalgic 80s sci-fi aesthetic.
Google audience: Audience reviews are mixed, with many appreciating the film's unique concept and creepy atmosphere, while others find the plot somewhat predictable and dated.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a sequel to the 1982 film 'Tron', but the rights issues led to it becoming an original story.
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