Just from the title this movie sounds like a cheesy science fiction movie that takes place on another planet where an Earth astronaut arrives. And yet it has nothing to do with that at all. It is science fiction, but thats where the resemblance ends.
The Man From Earth is a fictional, philosophical, insightful movie that poses some interesting theories. There is no action, no adventure, horror, or suspense. The entire movie is a long discussion between college professors. And that does sound boring, until you actually get into the movie.
The main character, a university professor, is moving away after ten years and his colleagues throw him a going away party. After a toast they start pestering him as to why he's leaving his prestigious position. He refuses to tell them and instead poses a question: What would a caveman be like if he and never died and lived to present day? With that the movie starts to get interesting. Each professor takes turns quizzing him in regards to their own field (Biology, Archeology, Psychology, etc)
In my opinion, there are two scenes that really make you think. The psychologist arguing with the main character, and the main character's view on Christianity. I won't spoil it for you, you'll just have to watch and see.
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