Jon Watts: Dealing with a Bad Apple – Author Max Borg
On November 22, news broke that the planned sequel to the action comedy “Wolfs” with George Clooney and Brad Pitt was no longer in the works. But the next day, writer-director Jon Watts set the record straight: he made the call to cancel the film, not the studio. His reason? He no longer felt Apple was the right creative partner. This move by Watts was a bold one in an industry where tensions between filmmakers and streaming services are on the rise.
It’s not every day that a director takes such a clear stand, but Watts’ decision to walk away from the sequel shows his commitment to maintaining creative integrity. In an era where collaborations between creators and streamers are under scrutiny, his frankness is a breath of fresh air. This kind of transparency is a rarity in the film industry, so it’s worth noting when it happens.
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