An ordinary man sees a bright light descend from the sky, and discovers he now has super-intelligence and telekinesis.
Acting
Travolta's tender transformation from goof to godlike.
Writing
The chair scene—devastating dialogue economy.
Score
Thomas Newman strings that manipulate mercilessly.
Director
Jon Turteltaub
John Travolta
George Malley
Kyra Sedgwick
Lace Pennamin
Forest Whitaker
Nate Pope
Robert Duvall
Doc
Jeffrey DeMunn
Professor Ringold
Richard Kiley
Dr. Wellin
David Gallagher
Al
Ashley Buccille
Glory
Tony Genaro
Tito
Sean O'Bryan
Banes
Michael Milhoan
Jimmy
Troy Evans
Roger
Bruce A. Young
Jack Hatch
Vyto Ruginis
Ted Rhome
Brent Spiner
Dr. Bob
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The 'light from the sky' was originally scripted as aliens, but test audiences preferred ambiguity. Smart choice.
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