"Arrival" is a 2016 science fiction film directed by Denis Villeneuve. The story follows linguist Louise Banks, played by Amy Adams, who is recruited by the U.S. military to communicate with extraterrestrial beings after twelve mysterious spacecraft land around the world. As she deciphers their complex language, she begins to experience time in a nonlinear way, leading to profound personal revelations. The film explores themes of communication, time, and the human experience. It is based on the short story "Story of Your Life" by Ted Chiang. "Arrival" received critical acclaim for its thought-provoking narrative and was nominated for several awards, including the Academy Awards.