The Day The Earth Stood Still

  • Theatrical - Wide 2008-12-12
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Synopsis

THE DAY THE EARTH STOOD STILL is 20th Century Fox’s contemporary reinvention of its 1951 classic. Keanu Reeves portrays Klaatu, an alien whose arrival on our planet triggers a global upheaval. As governments and scientists race to unravel the mystery behind... See more the visitor’s appearance, a woman (Jennifer Connelly) and her young stepson get caught up in his mission – and come to understand the ramifications of Klaatu calling himself a “friend to the Earth.”

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Extended DTESS clip!

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Gort concept art

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Day Earth Still teaser

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