Directors Cuts of Iconic Films That Surpass The Originals

Brazil

When director Terry Gilliam sent his cut of Brazil to Universal Pictures, exec Sid Sheinberg wasn't a fan of the ending and wanted to give it a "happy one." Gilliam then went on a tirade by taking out a full-page ad in Daily Variety asking Sheinberg when the studio will release the movie. He also went on Good Morning America and called him out during an interview. 

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