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Revisionist History

The Variable Man with Gary Goldman and Angus Fletcher | Development Hell

Feb 29, 2024
Gary Goldman and Angus Fletcher discuss the challenges of selling a Philip K. Dick adaptation with plot twists too intense for action actors. They reveal the roller coaster ride of Hollywood's development hell and the early AI that couldn't pick a smart script.
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  • The struggle to adapt Philip K. Dick's work stemmed from convoluted plot twists and AI script selection failures.
  • Directorial influence plays a crucial role in shaping cinematic storytelling, highlighting the importance of vision and financial backing.

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The Challenge of Contrasting Narratives and Autonomy

The movie explores the complex narrative of trusting artificial intelligence over human decision making, where the protagonist must choose between his heart and the dystopian world's prediction. This central dilemma challenges traditional Hollywood tropes, pushing actors and audiences to confront the unsettling consequences of personal choice versus algorithmic control.

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