David Fincher 'Off' Sony's Steve Jobs Film? Not Necessarily

Sony's pursuit of David Fincher to direct its Steve Jobs biopic has reportedly hit a snag — but that doesn't mean he won't wind up doing it, sources tell Mashable.

The Hollywood Reporter on Monday reported that Fincher's demands for a $10 million upfront fee and creative control has the studio looking to replace the director. But as he was never technically on the movie, neither is he technically off it, either.

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A person with knowledge of the negotiations tells Mashable that Fincher never actually signed a deal to direct Aaron Sorkin's script about the late Apple founder, and that the Girl With the Dragon Tattoo director may still be in the mix for the job. Read more...