Today I decided to rewatch Contact and I was very excited because it holds a special place in my heart From the first time I saw it I felt it was not just an ordinary science fiction film but an experience that makes you think deeply about the universe humanity and faith.
The film tells the story of Ellie a scientist who spends her life searching for signals from space One day she hears a real signal from intelligent beings The concept alone is great but what I really liked was the way the film tackled these topics Its not just a story about aliens but a journey into science and religion and how the two can intersect.
I thought the film presented the idea of faith in a different way than usual Not just religious faith but faith in science in the ability to discover and in what might be out there that we still dont understand This was clearly evident in Ellies character who was always searching for tangible evidence but ultimately found herself faced with an experience she couldnt explain in any scientific way The final scene when she tried to describe what she saw was very touching and made me realize how limited human beings are despite everything theyve discovered.
The beauty of the film is that it doesnt attempt to answer all the questions but rather leaves you thinking and thats one of the things I love about films with value Also the acting was excellent especially Jodie Fosters who made the character seem real and emotional.
Contact is not just a film about the search for extraterrestrial life but about the search for meaning answers and our place in the universe Its a film worth watching more than once and each time you'll find something new to think about.
