How David Fincher almost ignited Hollywood’s superhero obsession in 1998: “This is the movie”
Now he hates them.

David Fincher is an American film director, producer and music video director renowned for his meticulous visual style, technical precision and psychologically complex storytelling.
After directing music videos for artists including Madonna, Aerosmith and George Michael, Fincher made his feature film debut with ‘Alien 3’ before achieving critical acclaim with ‘Se7en’. He went on to direct a string of influential films, including ‘Fight Club’, ‘Zodiac’, ‘The Social Network’, ‘Gone Girl’ and ‘The Killer’.
Known for his exacting approach to filmmaking and multiple takes, Fincher has become one of contemporary cinema’s most respected directors. His work frequently explores obsession, morality, crime and identity, earning widespread critical acclaim and numerous industry honours.
15 years is a surprisingly long time.
A two-week cinematic run starting on November 25th.
Was desperate to land the lead in a Fincher techno thriller.