Title: John Was Trying to Contact Aliens
Year: 2020
Genre: Documentary
Rating: 6.3
Cast: John Shepherd
Description: A shimmering, melancholic hum permeates "John Was Trying to Contact Aliens," a 2020 indie gem that transcends its low-budget aesthetic. It's not about the spectacle of extraterrestrial contact, but the quiet desperation of human connection – a poignant exploration of loneliness in the digital age. John's eccentric pursuit of alien life becomes a metaphor for our own yearning for something beyond the mundane, a desperate search for meaning in a world increasingly fragmented. The film's understated brilliance lies in its ability to evoke a profound sense of empathy, leaving you pondering the vastness of space and the even greater emptiness of a soul unfulfilled. A must-see for fans of character-driven dramas and anyone who's ever felt profoundly alone.