Canadian horror maestro David Cronenberg opens up about turning down the chance to direct '80s classic 'Flashdance'.
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Producers Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer were convinced Cronenberg was the right director for 'Flashdance', but he firmly pushed back on the offer.
Cronenberg felt proud that he had the conviction to stay true to his distinct directorial vision rather than take on a project that didn't align with his style.
Canadian horror maestro David Cronenberg opens up about turning down the chance to direct '80s classic 'Flashdance'.
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Producers Don Simpson and Jerry Bruckheimer were convinced Cronenberg was the right director for 'Flashdance', but he firmly pushed back on the offer.
Cronenberg felt proud that he had the conviction to stay true to his distinct directorial vision rather than take on a project that didn't align with his style.