The chapter follows a thrilling experience of pitching a movie to various studios, highlighting the excitement of having Leonardo DiCaprio on board and the intense bidding war that ensued. From captivating studio executives to humorous encounters during pitch meetings, the speakers reminisce about the highs and lows of the pitching process. The narrative also delves into a significant decision to switch the lead role and the emotional aftermath of the unexpected passing of a prominent actor.
It’s the mid-2000s, Malcolm and writer/producer Stephen Gaghan (“Traffic”, “Syriana”) are running around Hollywood pitching their scripted adaptation of Blink. This conversation starts with a failed vampire love story, takes a ride in Leonardo DiCaprio’s Prius, before making an unexpectedly heartbreaking turn that leads Stephen to walk away from the project forever.
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