Hollywood and the Changing Image of Aliens: From Roswell to Disclosure Day
To the point
Hollywood's evolving portrayals of aliens—from invaders to benevolent visitors—shape how Americans imagine extraterrestrials and respond to potential government disclosures, a pattern highlighted by Priscilla Wald and echoed in Steven Spielberg's films, Obama and Trump's remarks, and other media discussions led by figures like Admiral Timothy Gallaudet.