Disclosure Day writer reveals Spielberg avoided any Close Encounters connections
David Koepp, the screenwriter for Steven Spielberg's upcoming film Disclosure Day, shares insights into the project. The film explores themes of alien visitation and government secrecy, while avoiding connections to Spielberg's previous works. Set to release on June 12, it features a cast including Josh O'Connor and Emily Blunt.
- ▪Disclosure Day is a new sci-fi movie written by David Koepp and directed by Steven Spielberg.
- ▪The film focuses on themes of secrecy, faith, and humanity's ability to handle the truth about alien visitation.
- ▪It stars actors such as Josh O'Connor, Emily Blunt, and Colin Firth.
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