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'Fifty Shades of Grey' director Sam Taylor-Johnson drops out of sequel
Published April 04, 2016
Despite "Fifty Shades of Grey" becoming a worldwide hit, grossing over $558 million at the box office internationally, director Sam Taylor-Johnson won’t be returning to helm the sequel, "Fifty Shades Darker."
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Variety cites multiple sources saying the director’s "constant arguments with author E.L. James over the direction of the film during its production forced Taylor-Johnson to reconsider her options."
Screenwriter Kelly Marcel also won’t be returning for "Fifty Shades Darker," though the film's stars Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan are on board to star in the erotic adaptation.
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Variety reports that James is interested in adapting the second book herself. Universal is reportedly considering that option, but plans to take meetings before making a final decision.
Production on "Fifty Shades Darker" is slated to begin in early 2016.
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