E.T. Language & Communication Quotes

How we cite our quotes: All quotations are from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

Quote #7

DOCTOR: You say it has the ability to manipulate its own environment.

MICHAEL: He's smart. He communicates through Elliott.

DOCTOR: Elliott thinks its thoughts.

MICHAEL: No. Elliott—Elliot feels his feelings.

Elliott and E.T.'s telepathic bond takes communication to a whole new level.

Quote #8

GERTIE: I just wanted to say goodbye.

MICHAEL: He doesn't know goodbye.

E.T.: Be good.

GERTIE: Yes.

E.T. may not know "goodbye," but he still knows precisely how to communicate his farewell to Gertie, as he makes a callback to one of the first phrases she taught him.