With James Gunn having just stunned the world by going from pitch-black indie comedies to box office blockbusters, it’s time to consider other extraordinary cases of filmmakers going down a road few could have predicted.
From romantic-comedies made by horror icons to action schlock from arthouse heroes, Mark Butler highlights eight well-known movies directed by the last person you’d expect.
Fight For Paradise Review: This reality show is nothing new but there are so many uncomfortable moments that will definitely give you the ick.
Bros Review: The series, as the title suggests, is about two adult men who want to behave like children and we are not here for that.
Going Home With Tyler Cameron Review: This is a simple, no-nonsense but cliched watch, with Cameron's boyish charms taking centre stage.
What about The Avengers? It was directed by the man who created Firefly and Buffy the Vampire Slayer.
Totally didn't expect the Cloverfield guy to turn Apes into the epic that it was.