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David Cronenberg Doesn't Regret Turning Down 'Flashdance'
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Canadian horror legend David Cronenberg reflects on the one that got away - directing the iconic '80s hit 'Flashdance'.
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Cronenberg was the producers' top choice to helm 'Flashdance', but he pushed back hard, cementing his reputation as an uncompromising auteur.
While Cronenberg doesn't regret turning down the gig, he takes pride in the fact that he was seen as the right fit for the blockbuster project.
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