20 movies that you need to be really smart to fully understand

10) Arrival (2016)

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Denis Villeneuve’s Arrival follows linguist Louise Banks as she attempts to communicate with extraterrestrials who perceive time non-linearly. The movie’s most difficult-to-understand theme comes from its central twist: Louise’s “visions” are not memories but glimpses of the future, thanks to learning the aliens’ language. The concept of time as a circular construct challenges conventional storytelling and forces viewers to reconsider their understanding of causality. It’s a deeply philosophical film that connects personal loss with broader questions about humanity’s ability to adapt to the unknown.

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