About this episode

The episode features discussions on Steven Spielberg's new film, focusing on themes of extraterrestrial personification and Hollywood's current state.

The Boys are back, and they’re here to discuss Steven Spielberg’s highly anticipated new film. They dive into how Spielberg chose to personify extraterrestrials, Emily Blunt’s performance, and the state of working in Hollywood today. (0:00) Intro (6:57) Spoilers ahead (13:20) ‘Disclosure Day’ reactions (1:12:30) Disclosure Day’ Midnight Meter (1:13:49) Outro (1:14:57) Post Credits Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers: Aleya Zenieris and Devon Baroldi Additional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopowell The Ringer is committed to responsible trading. Please visit https://fanduel.com/predicts to learn more about the resources and helpline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, Steve Ahlman

Topics covered

• film reactions
• Steven Spielberg
• extraterrestrials
• Hollywood
• Emily Blunt's performance

Keywords

• Disclosure Day
• Midnight Boys
• film discussion
• Hollywood
• extraterrestrial
• Emily Blunt
• Spielberg

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Organizations: The Ringer

Books & works: Steven Spielberg’s highly anticipated new film

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