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This 1993 Hollywood thriller will blow your mind; Watched it yet?

Most of us enjoy watching movies as a form of entertainment, with preferences ranging from comedies to action-packed thrillers. Among the many genres, science fiction and alien abduction films have gained separate fan bases. Often times, these films struggle to attract a wide audience due to weak storylines. One exception generated a huge buzz and made audiences believe in extraterrestrial encounters: Fire in the Sky, which was released in 1993.

Fire in the Sky is a fantasy sci-fi drama that starts out slowly but gradually gains momentum, drawing viewers into its suspenseful plot. The film’s engaging narrative keeps viewers on the edge of their seats, especially in the climactic moments.

Set in the mid-1970s, the story begins with a group of loggers seeing a bright crimson light in a forest near the White Mountains of Arizona. According to IMDb, the character Travis Walton, played by D.B. Sweeney, becomes curious and ventures out to investigate. However, he ran into trouble with the energy beam and then disappeared. His companions, alarmed by his disappearance, alerted the authorities, claiming he had been abducted by a flying saucer.

Five days later, Travis is found alive, but has difficulty remembering the events of his disappearance. As the story develops, it takes unexpected turns, revealing a different perspective on events.

Fire in the Sky is now available for streaming on OTT platform Amazon Prime Video, giving viewers the option to watch it in different languages, including English and Hindi. The 1 hour and 44 minute film is recommended for viewers ages 16 and up.

Fire in the Sky is directed by Robert Lieberman and written by Travis Walton and Trace Torme. The film features a talented cast including D. B. Sweeney, Robert Patrick, Craig Schaefer, Peter Berg, Henry Thomas, Bradley Gregg, Georgia Emlen, James Garner, and more.

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First published: 05 April 2024 at 15:56 IST

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