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Emilio Estevez recently opened up about his difficult experience working with Joel Schumacher on 'St. Elmo's Fire.' He called the late director a "nightmare" and a "bully" on set. Despite the negative experience, Estevez credits Schumacher with teaching him valuable directing lessons. The actor also reflected on how the film shaped his approach to working with actors.

Key Points: Emilio Estevez Calls Joel Schumacher a Nightmare on St Elmo's Fire Set

  • Estevez says Schumacher was a nightmare and bully on set
  • Learned directing lessons despite harsh treatment
  • Credits Schumacher for shaping his approach to filmmaking
  • Reflects on 'St. Elmo's Fire' 40 years after release
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Emilio Estevez recalls working with late director Joel Schumacher, says he was a nightmare on set

Emilio Estevez reveals Joel Schumacher was a "bully" while directing 'St. Elmo's Fire' but credits him for teaching valuable directing lessons.

"I vowed never to speak to my actors that way. – Emilio Estevez"

Washington, April 18

Actor and filmmaker Emilio Estevez recalled his time with late director Joel Schumacher on the set of the 1985 coming-of-age film 'St. Elmo's Fire'.

He opened up about the beloved Brat Pack movie while on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, reported People.

He added that Schumacher "was a nightmare on set."

"No kidding. And [he] was a bully," Estevez continued. "I vowed never to speak to my actors that way."

Although his experience of working with Schumacher was not positive, he learned valuable lessons from the coming-of-age film, as per the outlet.

"If I ever got a chance to direct in 1984, I thought, this is the best lesson a young actor who wants to direct could ever get. Thank you, Joel," he said, seemingly referring to treating others with kindness, reported People.

Schumacher, whose credits included films such as 1995's Batman Forever and 1997's Batman & Robin, died in June 2020 at the age of 80.

St. Elmo's Fire was released 40 years ago in 1985.

The iconic cast included Rob Lowe, Ally Sheedy, Demi Moore, Mare Winningham, Judd Nelson, Andie MacDowell and Andrew McCarthy, reported People.

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Sarah K.
Wow, this is surprising to hear! I always thought Schumacher was well-liked in the industry. Goes to show you never know what happens behind the scenes. 😳
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Mike T.
Estevez turning a negative experience into a positive lesson is really admirable. That's how you grow as an artist and human being.
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Jen L.
I wonder how the rest of the Brat Pack feels about this? Would be interesting to hear their perspectives too.
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Robert P.
While I respect Estevez's honesty, I feel uncomfortable speaking ill of the dead. Schumacher can't defend himself here. Maybe there's more to the story?
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Tina M.
St. Elmo's Fire is still one of my favorite 80s movies! Crazy to think about the drama behind such an iconic film. The cast chemistry seemed so natural on screen.
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David R.
Hollywood has changed so much since then. Today, that kind of behavior would probably get called out immediately. Progress! 👏

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