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As a director, Steven Spielberg has touched the hearts of many with the movies he has created. Such movies as ET: The Extraterrestrial, The Goonies, and Schindler’s List, have entered the homes of people around the world. Since 1958 he has accomplished more than most at his age, all the awards he has received show that he is a true American Icon for history. Steven Spielberg’s childhood has shaped the way he became a profound director. As a child, growing up, most kids were playing sports while Spielberg was busy making short films (“Steven” 2). His parents encouraged him by helping him turn their Arizona house into a studio (“Steven” 1). Spielberg filmed his first movie at the age of 12 and received his first