The Greats: E.T. Review & Retrospective (feat. @superkickinit & @journeywithacinephile)

Welcome to the series premiere of THE GREATS. This is a special event reserved exclusively for the 5th Wednesday of the month. While we usually spend our time in the trenches of cult classics and overlooked gems, The Greats is our dedicated space to honor the films and creators who defined the very medium of cinema. There was no other way to kick off this series than by celebrating the legacy of Steven Spielberg. From his early days helming the pilot of Columbo to creating the "flawless" summer blockbuster with Jaws, Spielberg has spent five decades crafting the visual language of our lives. Tonight, we are taking an in-depth look at his 1982 masterpiece: E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL. This film was a cultural monster, spending a staggering 8 weeks in the box office. We’re breaking down why this isn’t just a movie about a boy and an alien—it’s an intimate, heartbreaking, and beautiful look at friendship and humanity that resonated with children and adults alike. We are honored to be joined by a powerhouse panel of guests for this premiere: ⭐ Kelsi from @superkickinit ⭐ David from @journeywithacinephile THE POWER IS YOURS! 🫵 Even though these are "The Greats," your voice is still the final word. We’re discussing the cultural impact, the emotional core, and where this sits in the Spielberg pantheon. Join the live chat and share your memories of the first time you saw the bikes take flight. 👉 JOIN THE CONVERSATION: [Insert Link to Bio/Channel] 📚 WANT MORE ADVENTURE? Check out our horror and fantasy books on Amazon: 👉 https://a.co/d/bUtniBd 🎧 RECORD YOUR OWN QUEST WITH ZENCASTR Get 30% off your first 3 months of Zencastr Pro: 👉 https://zen.ai/theaveragereviews 📖 EXPAND YOUR LIBRARY WITH PANGOBOOKS Get $5.00 off your first purchase with code “TIMOTHYREADS”: 👉 https://pangobooks.com/TIMOTHYREADS This is The Average, where the real review happens with your friends. #TheGreats #StevenSpielberg #ETTheExtraTerrestrial #Spielberg #80sCinema #MovieLegends #SuperKickinIt #JourneyWithACinephile #TheAveragePodcast #MovieHistory #Amblin #PodcastPremiere #ETPhoneHome #FilmLegacy #5thWednesday