Top 10 Thrillers About Alien Artifacts

Description: While not directly about an artifact, the film features an alien visitor who brings a warning to Earth, accompanied by a powerful robot, which can be seen as an artifact of alien technology.

Fact: The film was remade in 2008 with Keanu Reeves. The original was one of the first science fiction films to be nominated for an Academy Award for Best Story.

Description: An alien parasite takes over human bodies, using them to commit crimes, while an alien cop comes to Earth to stop it, involving a chase for an alien artifact.

Fact: The film was praised for its unique blend of science fiction and action. It features an early role for Kyle MacLachlan, who would later star in "Twin Peaks."

Description: A deep-sea exploration team encounters an alien artifact at the bottom of the ocean, leading to encounters with an advanced aquatic alien species.

Fact: James Cameron directed this film and was known for his insistence on realistic underwater filming techniques. The film was one of the first to use CGI for water effects.

Description: Based on Carl Sagan's novel, this film follows a scientist who discovers a signal from space containing plans for a mysterious machine, an artifact of alien origin.

Fact: The film was inspired by Sagan's real-life work in SETI (Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence). Jodie Foster's character was based on Sagan's wife, Ann Druyan.

Description: A rescue crew investigates a spaceship that disappeared into a black hole, returning with an alien artifact that has horrific effects on the crew's sanity.

Fact: The film was inspired by the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Dante's Inferno. It was initially rated NC-17 due to its graphic content but was edited to secure an R rating.

Description: A team of scientists explores a mysterious spacecraft discovered on the ocean floor, which contains a sphere that grants wishes, leading to psychological and physical terror.

Fact: The film is based on Michael Crichton's novel of the same name. Dustin Hoffman was initially cast but left the project due to creative differences.

Description: Crop circles, which could be considered alien artifacts, lead a former priest to believe in extraterrestrial life, culminating in a suspenseful encounter.

Fact: M. Night Shyamalan wrote the script with the intention of making a film about faith and family, using the alien invasion as a backdrop.

Description: This film blurs the line between fact and fiction, presenting itself as a documentary about alien abductions in Nome, Alaska. It's included for its chilling portrayal of an alien artifact that seems to control human behavior.

Fact: The film uses real footage from supposed alien abductions to enhance its realism. Milla Jovovich plays a psychologist investigating these mysterious events.

Description: A prequel to the Alien franchise, this film follows explorers who discover an alien artifact on a distant planet, leading to revelations about human origins and the dangers of playing with unknown technology.

Fact: The film's title refers to the Greek Titan who gave fire to humanity, symbolizing the theme of creation and destruction. It was shot in 3D to enhance the visual experience of the alien world.

Description: An astronomer discovers evidence of alien life through radio signals, leading him to uncover a government conspiracy involving alien technology.

Fact: The film was shot in Mexico City to save on production costs. Charlie Sheen's character uses a unique method to detect alien signals by analyzing background noise in radio broadcasts.