'Wavelength' is an alien sci-fi film, filmed in 1981 and released in 1983, starring Robert Carradine and Cherie Currie. It was a surprise discovery, as there are very few alien films from the 70s/80s that aren't schlock and aren't about some bloodthirsty and monstrous alien races looking to take over the planet. I've read that this film is a low-budget rip-off of E.T., but I beg to differ. Yes, it doesn't have the production value of E.T., the story does have similarities, and it's quite simple, however, there's something original, alluring and charming about this film.
Also, I don't think that the fact that children play the aliens detracts from the film. If anything, it adds a certain realism and makes you think that's it's possible that there is a species of small humanoid like beings. I mean, I'd much more believe that a kid-like alien being would pilot a spacecraft than something that looks like an arachnid or cephalopod, even though I liked Denis Villeneuve's Arrival. Anyway, I digress...
The film needs a bit of restoration, but it's still watchable. Not even the recurring appearance of a boom mic detracts from the quality. Ultimately, this film offers an interesting take on extraterrestrials, and successfully compels you to ponder the possibilities in regards to E.T.s, galactic travel, UFOs, energy, and interaction, while a 'Tangerine Dream' soundtrack plays.
Also, I don't think that the fact that children play the aliens detracts from the film. If anything, it adds a certain realism and makes you think that's it's possible that there is a species of small humanoid like beings. I mean, I'd much more believe that a kid-like alien being would pilot a spacecraft than something that looks like an arachnid or cephalopod, even though I liked Denis Villeneuve's Arrival. Anyway, I digress...
The film needs a bit of restoration, but it's still watchable. Not even the recurring appearance of a boom mic detracts from the quality. Ultimately, this film offers an interesting take on extraterrestrials, and successfully compels you to ponder the possibilities in regards to E.T.s, galactic travel, UFOs, energy, and interaction, while a 'Tangerine Dream' soundtrack plays.