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Spielberg
2017 147 min United States of America 18+
★8.0
Documentary
Director: Susan Lacy
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Description
A documentary on the life and career of one of the most influential film directors of all time, Steven Spielberg.
Starring
Steven Spielberg
Actor
Martin Scorsese
Actor
Richard Dreyfuss
Actor
Awards
Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy. 3 nominations total
Key opinion
This documentary serves as a definitive, heartfelt exploration of Steven Spielberg’s life and career, effectively capturing his transition from a visionary young filmmaker to a titan of the industry. Through extensive interviews with legendary collaborators and personal anecdotes, the film succeeds as both a professional biography and an emotional tribute to the director’s enduring legacy.
| Originality | The documentary benefits from an exceptional lineup of industry legends, including Lucas, Scorsese, and Hanks, whose insights provide an authoritative look at Spielberg’s impact on Hollywood. | |
| Emotion | The film effectively conveys a strong sense of wonder and humanism, reflecting Spielberg’s own reputation for creating cinema that touches the heart and inspires hope. | |
| Direction | The narrative construction is fairly conventional and straightforward, which works well for fans but lacks stylistic experimentation. | |
| Runtime | The 150-minute runtime is viewed by some as an exhaustive, rewarding journey through his massive filmography, while others feel the length is primarily intended for die-hard fans. |