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Spielberg’s Secret Love for Alien | Entertainment and Celebrity News
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- Aug 1, 2026
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Summary
Steven Spielberg, the master of suspense and alien tales, secretly idolizes Ridley Scott’s “Alien” — calling it his favorite scary sci-fi film. Though known for optimistic aliens in E.T. and Jurassic Park, Spielberg’s love for creeping dread mirrors his own filmmaking genius, from Jaws’ unseen shark to Jurassic Park’s lurking raptors. Ironically, his influence may have helped birth “Alien” itself — the screenwriter pitched it as “Jaws in space,” riding the wave of post-Star Wars studio hunger, while Spielberg’s friendship with George Lucas and his musical legacy even subtly shaped Scott’s vision. It’s a thrilling web of cinematic inspiration where legends fuel each other’s greatness. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/46a78f054dab576a