The Man Who Fell to Earth
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Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technology to create profitable inventions. While developing a method to transport water, Thomas meets Mary-Lou, a quiet hotel clerk, and begins to fall in love with her. Just as he is ready to leave Earth, Thomas is intercepted by the U.S. government, and his entire plan is threatened.
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1 win & 4 nominations total
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"Power, space, time and a visitor."
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Released
Original Language
en
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$1,500,000
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The Man Who Fell to Earth - Sound & Vision
The Man Who Fell to Earth Sound & Vision
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'The Man Who Fell to Earth' Review: An Epic Cinematic Experience With Great Performances and Stunning Visuals Collider
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Book Review: The Man Who Fell to Earth – Novel to Film - High Def Digest
Book Review: The Man Who Fell to Earth – Novel to Film High Def Digest
See David Bowie Behind the Scenes on 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' - Time Magazine
See David Bowie Behind the Scenes on 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' Time Magazine
The Man Who Fell to Earth - DVD Talk
The Man Who Fell to Earth DVD Talk
The Man Who Fell to Earth review – a freaky concept album of a film - The Guardian
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Movie review: David Bowie stars in 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' - Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Movie review: David Bowie stars in 'The Man Who Fell to Earth' Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) ⭐ 6.6 | Drama, Sci-Fi - IMDb
The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976) ⭐ 6.6 | Drama, Sci-Fi IMDb
Not one of those aliens hell-bent on a mission movie review (1976) - Roger Ebert
Not one of those aliens hell-bent on a mission movie review (1976) Roger Ebert
The Man Who Fell to Earth: Loving the Alien - The Criterion Collection
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