The leadership of 20th Century Fox made the final decision on the case of director Brian Singer, who repeatedly threatened the shooting process of the picture "Bohemian Rhapsody" about the life of musician and singer Freddie Mercury. According to the tabloid Variety, Singer systematically disrupted the schedule of work, created conflict situations on the site with actors and technical personnel.
Recall that the American producer and director brought fame such films as "Suspicious persons", "Operation Valkyrie", all parts of the "X-Men" and "Return of Superman" and a number of projects in the field of independent cinema. Despite his expressiveness in work and open bisexuality, he was able to realize himself in Hollywood and establish himself as a professional.
According to representatives of the film company, Singer shot only half of the picture and has already violated the contract on many points. At a press conference on December 1, it was stated that due to the absence of a director in the office and the impossibility of contacting him after Thanksgiving, it was decided to suspend cooperation. A few days later, the official website of the film company announced the continuation of the work on the picture "Bohemian Rhapsody", but under the supervision of invited specialists and Newton's operator Thomas Siegel.
Insider sources say that at the time of the absence of Singer on the set with the work of his agent perfectly coped:
"While everyone was looking for Singer and tried to call him, Siegel did an excellent job without him. There is a high probability that he will continue shooting and bring the case to the end. "
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Journalists tabloid The Hollywood Reporter managed to find Brian Singer and get an explanation about the scandal:
"I am outraged by this decision. Earlier I asked the film company management to give me a break and an opportunity to solve my family problems. I needed to return to the US and help my parents. I was not heard or did not want to? It's hard for me to talk now. This is a terrific project and I really wanted to shoot Freddie Mercury's creative path, show the magnitude of his talent and tell about Queen, but I was faced with the fact and broke the contract. I have nothing more to say. "