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John Cusack Eyes '1408' Sequel, Critiques Modern Horror

12/6/2025

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John Cusack, the actor, expressed interest in revisiting his role in the 2007 film 1408 after a screening of Say Anything.
He has never been approached about a sequel to Say Anything.
Cusack said he finds the horror genre intriguing and believes many modern movies are lacking.
Cameron Crowe, the filmmaker, notes in his memoir that Cusack's filming advice emphasized collaboration between directors and actors and shaped Crowe's directing style.

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Story summary

John Cusack, the actor, expressed interest in revisiting his role in the 2007 film 1408 after a screening of Say Anything.
He has never been approached about a sequel to Say Anything.
Cusack said he finds the horror genre intriguing and believes many modern movies are lacking.
Cameron Crowe, the filmmaker, notes in his memoir that Cusack's filming advice emphasized collaboration between directors and actors and shaped Crowe's directing style.