
Fabelmans, The
PG-13, 2022, Universal Pictures
Director:
Steven Spielberg
Starring:
Michelle Williams, Gabriel LaBelle, Paul Dano, Seth Rogen
Plot:
Growing up in post-World War II era Arizona, young Sammy Fabelman aspires to become a filmmaker as he reaches adolescence, but soon discovers a shattering family secret and explores how the power of films can help him see the truth.
1
It’ll be our secret
Themes: Encouragement, Mother-Son, Parenting, Passion, Secrets
2
More than a hobby
Themes: Conflict, Father-Son, Passion, Pressure, Priorities
3
Artists struggle to prioritize family over passion, Pt. 1
Themes: Calling, Devotion, Gifting, Passion, Priorities
4
Artists struggle to prioritize family over passion, Pt. 2
Themes: Entertainment, Family Heritage, Mentoring, Passion
5
You want me to act?
Themes: Clueless, Direction, Leadership, Vision, Volunteers
6
Sam the director
Themes: Creativity, Destiny, Emotions, Teamwork, Work Ethic
7
Popular jocks bully new boy for being Jewish
Themes: Bullying, Prejudice, Racism, Teen Issues
8
A handsome Jewish boy
Themes: Confusion, Flirting, Honesty, Jesus, Perspective, Teen Issues
9
Woman falsely believes she can control storm
Themes: Control, Helplessness, Storms of Life
10
Woman watches her mother take her last breaths
Themes: Death
11
Jewish man shows his grief by "sitting shiva"
Themes: Grief
12
Confused teens misunderstand meaning of asking Jesus into heart
Themes: Christianity, Conversion, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Misunderstanding, Salvation
13
Parents tell children they are divorcing
Themes: Adultery, Commitment, Divorce, Marriage, Parent-Child Relationship
15
Divorcing mother tells son she must "do what her heart says"
Themes: Commitment, Desires, Divorce, Marriage, Self-Centered, Self-Indulgence, Selfishness