THE FABLEMANS

A deeply personal Steven Spielberg story
The film is semi-autobiographical, based on Steven Spielberg’s own childhood and his early passion for filmmaking.

A young filmmaker discovers his passion early
It follows Sammy Fabelman, a boy who becomes obsessed with making movies and starts filming his own family and friends.

A family story at its core
Beyond filmmaking, the story explores Sammy’s complicated family life, especially the relationship between his parents and a hidden emotional truth that changes everything.

Michelle Williams and Paul Dano lead the parents’ story
Michelle Williams and Paul Dano play Sammy’s parents, bringing emotional depth to the family dynamics at the centre of the film.

David Lynch appears as John Ford
In a memorable cameo, David Lynch portrays legendary director John Ford, giving Sammy a short but powerful lesson about filmmaking.