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The Spirit

The 10 Worst Examples of Screenwriters Turned Directors
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The 10 Worst Examples of Screenwriters Turned Directors

By
Bill Gibron
/ 20 May 2014
Sometimes, letting a screenwriter direct a movie turns out to be a terrific idea. Here are 10 examples, however, where that promise translated into something pathetic.
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By
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