Source: BroBible
Summary
Director Curry Barker revealed that he was offered $2 million to rewrite the script of his film “Obsession” to make the male lead, Bear, a hero. However, Barker turned down the offer, choosing to stick to his original vision. The film went on to gross nearly $300 million against a $750,000 budget. Barker’s decision allowed him to tell the story he wanted, which has become one of the most remarkable success stories in modern Hollywood history.
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The habit gets a new name.
Turning down $2 million to keep the story intact? That’s a plot twist. The film’s success is a testament to the power of creative control. The original vision paid off, and the rest is history. The $2 million offer is now a footnote in the story of “Obsession”‘s remarkable success. It’s a reminder that sometimes, the best decisions are the ones that go against the money.
The movie’s success is now a case study in sticking to one’s artistic vision.
Author: Evan Null
