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Chris Columbus Details “Bizarre” Experience With Chevy Chase That Led Him To Quit As Original Director Of ‘Christmas Vacation’
DeadlineStory by Natalie Oganesyan
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Up-and-coming director Chris Columbus details the bizarre encounter with star Chevy Chase that led him to quit the original 'Christmas Vacation' before it became a holiday classic.
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- Columbus, then an unknown filmmaker, was brought on to direct 'Christmas Vacation' but quit after a 'disrespectful' on-set encounter with Chase, who was allegedly dismissive and rude to the young director.
- The incident happened at a pivotal time for Columbus, who desperately needed the project to jumpstart his career before going on to direct blockbusters like 'Home Alone' - now he's sharing the behind-the-scenes drama for the first time.
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Chris Columbus, Chevy Chase, National Lampoon, Christmas Vacation, HomeAlone