Initially envisioned as an action-packed car chase film led by Jackman, the project later changed courses following the departure of its original director and Jackman shortly after. Ryan Gosling, already known for his reputation of selecting unconventional roles, would ultimately align much more with this new artistic direction. Collaborating with new director, Nicolas Winding Refn, the two ultimately shifted the script towards an introspective, art-house approach. Thus, by prioritizing the film over his own stardom, Jackman's departure from the project sparked a chain reaction that ultimately led to the film's success. Via Nerdstalgic.

Source: Washington Post August 06, 2023 05:26 UTC