Spielberg is one of those directors who perfectly encapsulate the magic of cinema so I was very excited for "The Fabelmans", a film based on Spielberg's early, formative years as a filmmaker. Admittedly, the film was different from what I expected in that it offers a strikingly sober depiction of Spielberg's youth in contrast with the usual nostalgic sweetness of Spielberg's filmography. However, this still works to the film's advantage as it provides an unembellished account of Spielberg's life and the personal obstacles he faced on his path to becoming a Hollywood filmmaker. Overall, this is a very good Spielberg biopic backed by excellent casting and great performances.