There’s no such thing as an easy film production. Movies – especially blockbusters – are mammoth undertakings that involve many moving parts and contributing factors. And for a production to come together, these factors – including the creative vision of filmmakers, actors, and studios – must align. It’s little wonder that so many of these projects languish in “development hell” for years on end.
That said, not every production is so tough that the director cuts their losses and walks away. But it does happen. And it seems to have happened more frequently in recent years, as studios prioritise franchise blockbusters built on moneymaking formulas that seem to curb originality and stifle creative freedom.
