Contact
1997 · Director: Robert Zemeckis
A radio astronomer receives the first extraterrestrial radio signal ever picked up on Earth. As the world powers scramble to decipher the message and decide upon a course of action, she must make some difficult decisions between her beliefs, the truth, and reality.
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Very Large Array (VLA), Sirocco
The Very Large Array (VLA) is a renowned radio astronomy observatory located on the Plains of San Agustin, west of Socorro, New Mexico. Operated…
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The National Mall
The Tidal Basin is a man-made reservoir in Washington, D.C., situated between the Potomac River and the Washington Channel. Part of West Potomac…
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Arecibo Observatory
The Arecibo Observatory, once home to one of the world’s largest radio telescopes, was a major research facility in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. Built…
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The Grand Canyon
The Face Rock Overlook is a scenic viewpoint located near Chinle, Arizona, offering breathtaking views over Canyon de Chelly National Monument.…
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Hotel
The Hotel Washington is a historic luxury hotel in Washington, D.C., known for its prominent guests, including politicians, Hollywood…
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