"No one straddles the line between artistic integrity and mercenary profit like David Fincher. The man has adapted novels, comic books, and nonfiction, been a hired gun for the Alien franchise, made Madonna's music videos, and, of course, given the world Mank, all while developing a reputation as one of his generation's finest directors. This year, we're expecting The Adventures of Cliff Booth, Fincher's spinoff of Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. And while "Quentin Tarantino spinoff" might be an ominous phrase in most contexts, David Fincher's work is always good for a few thrills no matter where his whims take him."
"With trepidation. The response from test audiences was mixed; Fincher claims one woman said "the people who made that movie should be killed," a response he attributes to the audience being recruited by connecting Pitt and co-star Morgan Freeman to the far tamer Legends of the Fall and Driving Miss Daisy."
David Fincher has worked across adaptations, franchise assignments, music videos, and prestige films while building a reputation as a leading director. An anticipated spinoff, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, ties him to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood universe. Fincher's 1995 thriller Seven faced early skepticism after his prior studio work and mixed test audience reactions, including extreme responses. The film experienced lengthy development struggles but ultimately became a smash hit. The plot follows hotheaded detective David Mills and disillusioned veteran William Somerset pursuing a serial killer in a grim city that culminates in an infamous ending. A refreshed 4K Blu-ray release invites renewed viewings.
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