20 Movies with Shocking Behind-the-Scenes Drama

Film crew working on a set / Image Source: Getty
Film crew working on a set / Image Source: Getty

16. Three Kings (1999)

On the set of Three Kings / Image Source: Getty
On the set of Three Kings / Image Source: Getty

David O. Russell’s confrontational directing style famously clashed with actor George Clooney during the filming of this Gulf War satire. Reports suggest that the tensions between them escalated to the point of a physical altercation, stemming from Russell’s treatment of crew members and Clooney’s efforts to defend them. Despite the turmoil, the film’s unconventional storytelling and sharp satire received critical acclaim. Clooney later described the experience as one of the most challenging of his career, while Russell’s fiery methods cemented his reputation as a demanding, albeit visionary filmmaker.

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Edited by Mudeet Arora