There's an excitement I get going in a Spielberg movie that I just don't get with other directors. I can't quite put my finger on the specific reason, other than that he captures the magic of cinema in a way that nobody else can replicate. The Fabelmans is no exception. This film just feels special.

It recreates the formative years of Spielberg himself through the fictional Fabelman family. Young Sammy Fabelman (a version of Spielberg played brilliantly by Gabriel LaBelle) develops a love of film and tries to pursue his passion whilst in the midst of family drama, the usual headaches that accompany teen life, as well as more insidious anti-semitic behaviour.

Broadly it is a coming of age story, but it is also a love letter to the art of cinema and a reflection on family.

It is packed full of story. Packed full of character. Packed full of feeling and love and care. I don't think it is technically or narratively Spielberg's best, but it is his most personal film and you can feel this in every frame. You can tell his soul was poured into it and it is all the better for it.

As mentioned the performance from LaBelle as Sammy (Spielberg) is top notch. Such a daunting role that he handles with ease. Michelle Williams steals the show as Sammy's troubled mother, and Paul Dano once again proves that he is one of the best working today. I must admit Seth Rogen felt a little out of place in the film but this wasn't too distracting.

The themes of the film are all explored perfectly, with a spot on balance of humour, charm, impact and emotion. The direction is fantastic. The score beautiful. What more is there to say?

If you are a fan of Spielberg, a fan of cinema, a fan of great performances, a fan of technical finesse, then The Fabelmans will satiate you and more. A marvellous film.