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The Aurora Encounter

Where:

Texas

When:

The 1890s

A tiny alien lands in the small town Aurora in Texas in the times of the Wild West. He flies around in his spaceship and checks out everything. While the kids are fascinated, their parents are rather sceptic and afraid. Ms. Peabels, teacher and new owner of the local paper, smells a good story and brings the alien into the headlines. When the governor hears of the rumors he sends a ranger to take action. Written by Tom Zoerner

Released in 1986 — 90 minutes

Genres:

Thriller Science Fiction Comedy Western