David Fliegel

David Fliegel—man, this guy’s got quite the resume if you’re even somewhat into movies. You might not spot him on the red carpet every other weekend, but his fingerprints are all over some big-time flicks. First up, “Mortdecai” from 2015. That’s the one with Johnny Depp doing his quirky, mustachioed art dealer thing, chasing after stolen paintings and dodging an insane amount of trouble. It’s got that dry, offbeat British humor, a little bit of heist action, plus Gwyneth Paltrow and Ewan McGregor bouncing around in the chaos. Not everyone got it, but if you’re into weird comedies? There’s something there. Then there’s “Persuasion,” the 2022 adaptation. Jane Austen fans know the deal: this one’s about Anne Elliot, who’s basically living with regret until her old flame pops back into her super-cramped, awkward life. Talk about relatable. This version kind of modernizes the whole thing, even though it’s still got the 19th-century vibes. Critics were… let’s say, divided. Some loved the snarky, self-aware twist; others think it’s like Austen on TikTok. Either way, Fliegel’s work shows up in the production, and you can tell. Oh, and don’t forget “American Sniper” from 2014. Clint Eastwood directed, Bradley Cooper bulked up and went full-on Navy SEAL, and the whole thing just explodes with tension. War isn’t glamorized here—it’s messy, personal, and absolutely gut-wrenching at times. Fliegel’s got his hands in this one, too, and it’s the kind of movie that leaves you thinking long after the credits roll. Whether you’re into offbeat comedy, classic drama, or gritty war stories, Fliegel’s been in the mix.