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Spielberg’s Alien Belief and New Film
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Steven Spielberg, at 79, is back with his new sci-fi thriller Disclosure Day, hitting theaters June 12, fueled by a lifelong belief in extraterrestrial life inspired by his sci-fi-loving father. He admits the persistent UFO stories made him feel “something really is going on that we’re not being told.” A surprising early career hustle helped launch his filmmaking journey, though he won’t reveal the details. For Disclosure Day, he prioritized authenticity over fantasy, aiming to make alien encounters feel credible. When asked what he’d show aliens, he chose Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life — a quiet testament to humanity’s heart. Starring Josh O’Connor, Colman Domingo, and Emily Blunt, the film reflects Spielberg’s deep fascination with the unknown and how personal belief can shape cinematic storytelling.
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