The Brother from Another Planet
- Year: 1984
- Country of origin: USA
- Genre: Comedy, Sci-Fi
- Director: John Sayles
- Length: 108 min
He’s not just another out-of-towner…
Film Synopsis
The Brother from Another Planet (1984) follows an extraterrestrial fugitive who appears as a Black man and crash-lands in New York City after escaping slavery on his home planet. As he navigates life in Harlem using his ability to repair machines and connect with others despite his silence, he is pursued by agents seeking to return him. This science fiction film blends social allegory and understated humor in a story of displacement, identity, and assimilation.
The Brother from Another Planet DVD editions
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| Disc Extras | MGM DVD-1/US/OOP 2003 |
|---|---|
| Audio Commentary by Director/Writer John Sayles | |
| Interview with Director/Writer John Sayles and Producer Maggie Renzi |
Edition and Packaging Notes
- MGM’s DVD includes a trailer for Casa de los babys (2003).
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