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Alex Garland Announces Retirement from Directing to Focus on Screenwriting

Following the release of 'Civil War,' Alex Garland has confirmed his decision to retire from directing, citing a lack of enjoyment in the role and a desire to return to full-time writing.

  • Alex Garland, director of 'Civil War,' has announced his retirement from directing to focus on screenwriting.
  • Garland cites the pressures of directing and a desire to return to his roots as a writer as reasons for his decision.
  • Despite the success of his films, Garland expresses a lack of enjoyment in directing and concerns over the industry's handling of sensitive content.
  • Garland will still be involved in the film industry, planning to co-direct 'Warfare' in a hands-off role and continue screenwriting.
  • 'Civil War' has sparked controversy and strong reactions, with its politically neutral approach to depicting a fractured United States.
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