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When a director is not satisfied with a film they've directed for whatever reason, they are allowed to credit themselves under the moniker of Allen Smithee. This way the film does not reflect poorly on the director.

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In the past, Alan Smithee was used. But the Director's Guild no longer allows it.

it's likely to turn out quite muddled.

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