David Fincher on Failed 'Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea' Take

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Acclaimed director David Fincher reveals why his dreams of a gritty, steampunk '20,000 Leagues Under the Sea' adaptation never saw the light of day.

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Fincher had a bold, distinctive vision for the classic Jules Verne story, aiming for a 'gross and cool and wet' take on the material.
The project's failure is a disappointment for fans who were eager to see Fincher's unique spin on the iconic underwater adventure.

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