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David Cronenberg finally admits he would’ve destroyed Flashdance

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Legendary director David Cronenberg reveals he nearly ruined 80s classic Flashdance, thanks to a push from producer Jerry Bruckheimer.
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  • Cronenberg admits he wanted to put his signature dark, gritty spin on the feel-good dance film, but Bruckheimer, known for blockbusters like Top Gun, fought to keep the movie's upbeat tone.
  • The director says his version would've featured a protagonist who 'dances like she's being chased by a serial killer', completely transforming the iconic movie into something unrecognizable to fans.
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David Cronenberg, Jerry Bruckheimer, Top Gun, Flashdance
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