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Steven Spielberg's recent reflections on his past edits underscore the ongoing tension between artistic authenticity and societal expectations. His regret over modifying E.T. serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving cinema in its original form as a reflection of its time. However, the practices of sanitizing violence, excluding subtitles, and altering classic works continue to spark debate about cultural memory, authenticity, and the future trajectory of Hollywood filmmaking. As art and society evolve, so too must our conversations about which elements are essential to preserve and which should be allowed to adapt—or hopefully, remain unaltered—throughout history.