30 Years Ago, Tom Cruise Made His Directorial Debut with 'Fallen Angels'
MovieWebStory by Adam Symchuk
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Tom Cruise's little-known directorial debut, 'Fallen Angels,' a dark and gritty departure from his blockbuster persona.
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- Cruise helmed the moody 1993 neo-noir anthology film, a far cry from his star-making roles in 'Top Gun' and 'Mission: Impossible'.
- Despite its cult status, 'Fallen Angels' was a box office flop, grossing only $3.1 million - but it showcased Cruise's versatility as a filmmaker.
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Tom Cruise, 'Fallen Angels'