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Making Contact (1985)

"Only he can see it. Only he shares its magic. Only he knows the danger."

5.519851h 34mDE
Science FictionFantasyHorrorAdventure

Directed by Roland Emmerich

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 34m

Language

DE

Release

November 21, 1985

Director

Roland Emmerich

Official Trailer

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Overview

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 powe...

Cast

Joshua Morrell

Joshua Morrell

Joey

Eva Kryll

Eva Kryll

Laura Collins

Tammy Shields

Tammy Shields

Sally

Jan Zierold

Jan Zierold

Martin

Barbara Klein

Barbara Klein

Dr. Haiden

Jerry L. Hall Jr.

Jerry L. Hall Jr.

William

Sean Johnson

Sean Johnson

Bobby

Matthias Kraus

Matthias Kraus

Bernie

Ray Kaselonis

Ray Kaselonis

Steven

Christine Goebbels

Christine Goebbels

Alice

Axel Berg

Axel Berg

Ralph

Jack Angel

Jack Angel

Fletcher the Dummer (English Version, voice)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Making Contact (1985), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

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.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Making Contact. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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