American Psycho Director Recalls Fighting Against Leonardo DiCaprio Casting
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American Psycho Director Mary Harron recalls walking away from the project after the studio replaced Christian Bale with Leonardo DiCaprio.
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American Psycho Director Recalls Fighting Against Leonardo DiCaprio Casting
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