From Critics at Large: Steve Spielberg's Blockbusters
Steven Spielberg's new film Disclosure Day reignites questions about the relevance of the traditional blockbuster in today’s cinematic landscape, especially as younger audiences embrace original horror films like Back Rooms and Obsession. Despite a 24-year gap since his last summer
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