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Paul Schrader returns to Xtreme City, talks failed DiCaprio film

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Veteran filmmaker Paul Schrader opens up about his failed attempt to bring a high-concept DiCaprio film to the big screen in the competitive world of 'Xtreme City'.
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  • Schrader's 'Xtreme City' was envisioned as a groundbreaking global financing model for movies, but the ambitious project ultimately fell apart due to the complexities of international co-productions.
  • DiCaprio was initially attached to star in the film, but scheduling conflicts and financing challenges led to his departure, leaving Schrader to regroup and explore alternative ways to bring his vision to life.
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Paul Schrader, Leonardo DiCaprio, Xtreme City, Xtreme City
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