Summary: Early social media reactions from film critics and journalists following press screenings of Steven Spielberg's upcoming UFO thriller "Disclosure Day" have been predominantly positive. The film is scheduled for release on June 12. Independent tracking data from NRG projects a $35 million opening weekend.
Critical Reactions
Following press screenings, select critics and journalists shared their reactions on social media. Universal Pictures has allowed the publication of these early reviews. The general sentiment among those who shared their thoughts is favorable.
Individual reactions include:
- Steven Weintraub (Collider): Described the film as a "towering home run," specifically praising Emily Blunt's performance.
- Bill Bria (Slashfilm): Called it the "weirdest movie Spielberg’s ever made (complimentary)," and praised David Koepp's script, Emily Blunt's performance, and John Williams' score.
- Jim Hemphill (IndieWire): Described the film as "top tier Spielberg," offering comparisons to "Raiders of the Lost Ark" with the emotional depth of the director's post-9/11 work.
- Germain Lussier (Gizmodo): Stated it is "Spielberg's best film in 20 years," describing it as a dense roller coaster that blends elements of a chase film, love story, and mystery.
- Tessa Smith (Freelance/Screen Rant): Called the film "ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL" and "captivating," reporting that she shed a tear by the end.
- Drew Taylor (The Wrap): Praised the film as "thrilling, funny, and emotionally deep."
- Erik Voss (NewRockStars): Highlighted mysterious elements and Blunt's performance.
- Brandon Davis (Bloody Disgusting): Compared the film to "E.T." and "Lost," stating he found it engaging.
- Jacob Kleinman (Polygon): Said the film is "not Spielberg's best but is still quite good."
Film Details
"Disclosure Day" is Steven Spielberg's first directed film since 2022's "The Fabelmans," and is his 37th directed feature. The script was co-developed by Spielberg and screenwriter David Koepp, who have previously collaborated on "Jurassic Park," "The Lost World: Jurassic Park," "War of the Worlds," and "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull."
Cast:
- Emily Blunt (plays a Kansas City TV meteorologist who is overcome by an extraterrestrial force during a live weather segment)
- Josh O'Connor (plays an alien life believer aiming to reveal the truth about extraterrestrial life)
- Colin Firth
- Eve Hewson
- Colman Domingo
- Wyatt Russell
- Henry Lloyd-Hughes
Plot Synopsis:
The film's official logline is:
"If you found out we weren't alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to seven billion people. We are coming close to ... Disclosure Day."
Additional reports describe the plot as following a government conspiracy that unravels as a whistleblower races to bring about alien disclosure.
Release Information:
- Release Date: June 12
- Studio: Universal Pictures
- Tickets: On sale as of the previous Wednesday.
Box Office Projection
Independent tracking data from NRG projects a $35 million opening weekend for "Disclosure Day" in the domestic market.