On June 11, 1982, the movie, “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” was released. Directed by Steven Spielberg, then 34, the science fiction classic was nominated in nine categories in the 1983 Academy awards including Best Picture and Best Director. The classic went on to win four Oscars, which include Best Sound Effects Editing, Best Original Score and Best Sound.
E.T. made $435 million at the box office. This movie also became the then 7-year-old Drew Barrymore’s breakthrough role.
By - FZ
