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David Cronenberg Refused to Direct 'Flashdance' When Asked by Jerry Bruckheimer
MovieWebStory by Christopher Shultz
scrn logline
Cult director David Cronenberg turned down Hollywood heavyweight Jerry Bruckheimer's offer to helm the '80s smash hit 'Flashdance', in a surprising clash of styles.
beat sheet
- Cronenberg, known for his dark, cerebral films, was an unconventional choice to direct the mainstream dance drama 'Flashdance'.
- Bruckheimer and his team were apparently so persistent that they kept pursuing Cronenberg for the job, despite the seemingly mismatched vision.
call sheet
David Cronenberg, Jerry Bruckheimer, Flashdance