The Fabelmans (2022) follows a boy's aspiration to become a filmmaker whilst also discovering a family secret and dealing with the issues of adolescence. This was one of my most highly anticipated recent films and it did not disappoint! It's Spielberg at his best, and I feel very honoured to have such a personal look into his life. As an aspiring filmmaker myself, this film really inspires me.

This film is so gorgeous and beautiful to look at, the cinematography is second to none. The attention to detail with the camerawork is incredibly strong and it shows off many impressive camera techniques. There's a very broad range of colour palettes that reflect the tone of each scene well, I especially love the warmer colours used.

The sound design is equally as impressive, and is often subtle yet extremely effective. Therefore it really is a movie you should experience in a movie theatre! The score is full of emotion and the simple use of piano music gives the film a nostalgic and heartfelt feel.

The characters are so well written, and all the actors give their best performances. Gabriel LaBelle is so loveable as Sammy, and he's a character I think many film-lovers can relate to in a very personal way. Michelle Williams and Paul Dano play their characters with so much heart and depth, casting them was a flawless decision!

Lastly, the film is well paced and builds up the story perfectly, taking it's time whilst also being consistently entertaining. Additionally, this movie has so many inspiring and genuine messages, teaching us never to give up on our dreams no matter what others may tell us.