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'Queer' Director Luca Guadagnino Reveals Experience That Inspired Bloody Scene

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Story by Christopher ShultzDecember 16, 2024 • 9:33 PM
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Acclaimed 'Queer' director Luca Guadagnino opens up about a childhood trauma that inspired a bloody scene in his latest film.
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  • Guadagnino reveals a disturbing experience from 40 years ago where he witnessed a violent incident that has 'haunted' him ever since.
  • In an interview with Denis Villeneuve, Guadagnino shares how this real-life event directly informed a graphic moment in his new movie, elevating the film's emotional impact.
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Luca Guadagnino, Denis Villeneuve, 'Queer'
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