For some context, I possibly couldn't have had a more Jewish experience going to this film alone but surrounded by Jewish families in Jerusalem at the Yes Planet Cinema off of Hebron Road. I, as well as so many others, owe our film experiences, from childhood to now, to Mr. Spielberg. It is a touching tribute that will speak to anyone who deeply loves film as an art form, but especially if you have ever picked up a camera and attempted to make a short picture of your own.

I appreciate that he did not shy away in the least from showcasing how dealing with antisemitism was unfortunately central to his high school experience.

The only unfortunate drawback for me was the insufferable performance by Michelle Williams. While I appreciated the character and have known such women who have had their wings clipped in my own family, I wish that she had favoured subtlety over melodrama in most of her scenes.