The Fabelmans

A tender, bittersweet memory piece that unfolds gently, letting you watch a boy fall in love with movies while his family quietly comes apart.

Directed by

Steven Spielberg

Genres

Drama

Starring

Michelle Williams, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen

Tagline

Capture every moment.

Overview

Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.

How it feels

Warm, melancholic, earnest and tense. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Family, coming-of-age, art, identity

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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