Michael Cimino’s Heaven’s Gate became notorious after its production ran far beyond its planned budget and schedule. The 1980 film’s commercial failure was amplified by intense criticism from the press.
Why it changed Hollywood
The film became a symbol of expensive auteur filmmaking and contributed to studios becoming more cautious about production budgets and director control.
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