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Guy Pearce Says Studio Movies Are 'Killers' Because of No Control
VarietyStory by Zack Sharf
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Veteran actor Guy Pearce slams big studios, calling their films 'killers' due to lack of creative control, sparking debate on the state of Hollywood.
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- Pearce hasn't appeared in a major studio film since 2013's 'Iron Man 3', opting instead for more independent projects that allow him creative freedom.
- The actor believes that studio interference and the focus on franchise building has led to the 'killing' of originality and artistry in cinema.
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Guy Pearce, Marvel, Iron Man 3