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Steven Seagal shitting on himself award for most unbelievable anecdote from the actual film shoot

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Fincher’s repeated takes and exacting treatment of Gyllenhaal, Downey, and Ruffalo supply several production-shoot anecdotes.

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  • Fincher’s extreme number of takes is the central production anecdote.
  • Gyllenhaal reportedly found the process bruising and later described difficulty working that way.
  • A take in the mid-fifties was reportedly used after many repetitions.
  • A reshoot involving Gyllenhaal’s father is discussed.
  • Downey’s improvisational energy and Fincher’s control are contrasted.
  • Ruffalo’s experience with the exacting process is discussed.