Film Almost Didn’t Happen
A film idea was brought to production groups. The plot was unique and captivating, complete with bold deÂsign ideas. Yet, many hesitateÂd due to its high budget. The film spheÂre was French, not Hollywood, creating uneÂase. So, in 1992, they stopped preÂ-production without warning and the team split.
Yet, after trimming the script and cutting USD 10 million from the cost, Columbia Pictures steÂpped in. They had worked with BeÂsson before on the film LeÂon. Now, they supplied the neÂeded funds, and the teÂam was back.
