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Spielberg's UFO Fascination: From Childhood Curiosity to New Alien Film

Hollywood icon Steven Spielberg has revealed his lifelong fascination with unexplained phenomena and alien life, which fuels his new UFO film 'Disclosure Day'. He believes public curiosity about whether we are alone in the universe has reached a critical mass. The director recently achieved the prestigious EGOT status by winning his first Grammy Award. Spielberg dedicated the Grammy win to composer John Williams, praising his immeasurable cultural influence.

Key Points: Steven Spielberg on Alien Life and UFO Fascination

  • Spielberg's childhood curiosity about the night sky
  • Public's critical mass fascination with UFOs
  • New UFO movie 'Disclosure Day'
  • Recent EGOT status achievement
  • Belief in guaranteed extraterrestrial life
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Steven Spielberg talks about his fascination with things that can't be explained

Legendary director Steven Spielberg discusses his lifelong UFO curiosity, new film, and recent EGOT achievement. Read his thoughts on alien life.

"I've always been fascinated with things that cannot be explained, and I've made a lot of movies about things that could not be explained, from sharks to saucers. - Steven Spielberg"

Los Angeles, Feb 10

Hollywood filmmaker Steven Spielberg is convinced about the "life off this planet". The 79-year-old director has helmed a new UFO movie called 'Disclosure Day'.

Spielberg has opened up about his own long-term fascination with the prospect of there being alien life, reports 'Female First UK'.

In a behind-the-scenes video shared by Universal Pictures, Spielberg said, "I've always been fascinated with things that cannot be explained, and I've made a lot of movies about things that could not be explained, from sharks to saucers. When I was just a little kid I remember developing a real curiosity about the sky at night and what's happening up there, and also not the possibility but the guarantee that there is life off this planet".

As per 'Female First UK', Spielberg thinks the public more broadly are fascinated by UFOs, too.

He said, "People's questions about what is not only going on in our skies but what is going on in our worlds, in our realities, has reached a critical mass of people's complete fascination with, are we alone, or are we not alone? And if someone knows we're not alone, why have we not been told?".

Meanwhile, Spielberg recently earned EGOT status after winning his first Grammy Award.

The legendary filmmaker joined the exclusive club of award winners earlier this month, as the documentary Music by John Wiliams, which the Jaws director produced, won in the Best Music Film category during the non-televised premiere ceremony before the main show.

Spielberg's Grammy success adds to his four Emmys, three Oscars and his Tony Award.

The director said in a statement, "Thank you to all the Grammy voters, whose recognition of Music by John Williams means the world to me and our Amblin team, Darryl Frank and Justin Falvey, and congratulations to our partners at Imagine and the Walt Disney Company. This acknowledgment is obviously deeply meaningful to me because it validates what I have known for over 50 years: John Williams' influence on culture and music is immeasurable and his artistry and legacy is unrivalled. I am proud to be associated with Laurent's (Bouzereau) beautiful film".

- IANS

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Priya S
It's interesting, but as an Indian, I feel our ancient texts and epics like the Mahabharata already talk about advanced flying vehicles (Vimanas) and beings from other realms. Maybe Spielberg should look into our mythology for his next project! The fascination with the unexplained is universal.
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Rohit P
Respectfully, while I admire his work, I think this focus on aliens is a distraction. We have so many unexplained and pressing issues right here on Earth that need our attention—poverty, climate change, inequality. Let's solve our own planet's mysteries first.
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Sarah B
Congratulations on the EGOT! That's an incredible achievement. His partnership with John Williams is legendary. As for aliens, the question "are we alone?" is one of the biggest there is. Can't wait to see 'Disclosure Day'.
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Vikram M
The sky has always fascinated humanity. In India, we have Jantar Mantar and ancient astronomers. The search for life connects us all. But his last question hits hard: "If someone knows we're not alone, why have we not been told?" That's the real mystery.
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Kavya N
From sharks to saucers indeed! He has a unique way of making the unbelievable feel real. As an Indian movie buff, I wish our filmmakers also explored more sci-fi with our own cultural twist. We have the stories!

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