Arrival
Official Trailer
Paramount Movies

When mysterious alien spacecraft appear around the world, an elite linguist is brought in on a top-secret mission to find a way to communicate with extraterrestrial visitors. Dr. Louise Banks heads into intense negotiations with the aliens, known as heptapods, in a bid to avert global disaster. Their bizarre language and nonlinear concept of time push Louise's skills to the limit. But she perseveres, forging a connection that may unite a fearful world. Based on Ted Chiang's sci-fi story "Story of Your Life," and adapted for the screen by Eric Heisserer, Arrival delivers a thoughtful cinematic journey. With stunning visuals and outstanding performances, it explores complex themes about language and time that will linger with you long after the credits roll.