Most Rewatchable Scene
Last bicycle ride and farewell; first moon flight; meeting the siblings
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- The whole film feels rewatchable; the opening efficiently makes even young viewers understand the curious botanist being left behind.
- Elliott leading E.T. to his room with Reese’s Pieces is nominated.
- Meeting the siblings is a favorite for Gertie’s scream, collapsing shelves, Michael’s protection and the toy-filled bedroom.
- E.T. exploring the house, drinking beer, watching television and bonding with Harvey could sustain a whole comedy by itself.
- Gertie dressing E.T. and teaching him speech showcases Barrymore’s exceptional child performance opposite a puppet.
- The first Halloween bicycle flight, silhouetted against the moon, and Elliott’s offer to protect E.T. are nominated.
- The illness passages are distressing rather than a preferred rewatch, but the revival and glowing heart after Elliott’s goodbye are loved; the glass framing resembles a spaceship window.
- The group bicycle chase and sunset flight lead naturally into the farewell; dated effects remain charming within strong action filmmaking.
- E.T. phone home is essential for the line, finger-shadow image and doll costume; extending the Halloween sequence captures his view through the sheet and delighted noises.
- The beer-drinking psychic link, freed frogs and Quiet Man-inspired sequence supply a sweet tonal departure.
- The suited scientists’ alarming entrance through the opened door is another favorite.
- The last bike ride and final 15 minutes are explicitly favored, alongside the first moon flight; meeting the siblings is the favorite short sequence.