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Phil Argus would've preferred a life without wacky shenanigans and animated slapstick. Instead, he is forced to weather the storm of a brilliant but extremely dense inventor (Joel), an obsessed fangirl (Elly) who idolizes Joel, and a robot (Rya) who hates everyone and everything (including cupcakes and Arbor Day!!). As can be expected of shows with vague descriptions, crazy science fictional happenings take place, and all types of terrifyingly lame villains challenge them, from lazy aliens to fired mailmen to angsty teenagers to the Devil himself.
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Plot Summary
This documentary delves into the making of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial for the Atari 2600, a game infamously considered one of the worst of all time. It explores the rushed development, the immense pressure from Steven Spielberg's movie, and the subsequent burial of millions of unsold cartridges in a New Mexico landfill.
Critical Reception
The documentary received positive reviews for its detailed look into a significant moment in video game history and the cultural impact of the E.T. game. It was praised for its engaging narrative and the insight it provided into the video game crash of 1983.
What Reviewers Say
Offers a fascinating look at a pivotal moment in gaming history.
Captures the ambition and eventual failure of the E.T. game.
Provides context for the 1983 video game industry crash.
Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the documentary's success in bringing to light the story behind the infamous E.T. game, appreciating its historical significance and compelling narrative.
Fun Fact
The film's narrative culminates with the uncovering of thousands of original Atari E.T. cartridges from the Alamogordo, New Mexico landfill, confirming the long-held urban legend.
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