ET - Extraterrestrial - 1982 Origin Story

The origin of the movie “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial“ can be traced back to the early 1980s when director Steven Spielberg conceived the idea for the film. The story goes that Spielberg was inspired by his own childhood experiences and the emotional impact of his parents’ divorce. In 1980, after the tremendous success of “Raiders of the Lost Ark,“ Spielberg was in high demand and had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects. However, he wanted to create something more personal and emotional, something that connected with the universal feelings of loneliness, friendship, and love. The concept of an alien visitation story had been brewing in Spielberg’s mind for years. He collaborated with screenwriter Melissa Mathison, who wrote the screenplay based on Spielberg’s story. Together, they developed the heartwarming tale of a young boy who befriends a stranded alien and helps him find his way back home. The character of Elliott, the young boy played by