Celebrated director David Fincher reveals his failed attempt to bring a gritty, gothic vision to the Harry Potter franchise.
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Fincher, known for his dark, brooding style, was tapped by Warner Bros. to pitch a take on the wizarding world, but his vision was deemed too intense for the family-friendly franchise.
According to Fincher, his take would have delved into the 'seedier underbelly' of Hogwarts, exploring the school's history of dark magic and corruption - a far cry from the whimsical source material.