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Leonardo DiCaprio Rules Out Directing, Saying He Can't Match Martin Scorsese

He explained the decision during a TIME conversation in New York City.

Overview

  • DiCaprio said he would never want to direct because he believes he could not approach the level of work Scorsese achieves.
  • He made the remarks while appearing with Scorsese at TIME’s A Year in TIME event in New York City on December 10.
  • He reflected that he wishes he had spent more time observing Scorsese behind the camera rather than staying fully immersed in his roles.
  • He outlined their method of months-long preparation that includes debate, extensive questioning, and playing devil’s advocate before filming.
  • He and Scorsese are developing their seventh project, What Happens at Night, with Jennifer Lawrence attached for an adaptation of Peter Cameron’s novel.