“Roofman” director reveals the wild true stories that got cut from the film: 'Too crazy for a movie'

That cinematic truth largely emerged from conversations Cianfrance had with the church's pastor, Ron Smith (played by Ben Mendelsohn in the film), and Wainscott. The Blue Valentine helmer says he was ...

‘Roofman’ Director Derek Cianfrance Says Ryan Coogler Identified a Theme In His Work Before He Did

The filmmaker also addresses his new film's stranger-than-fiction coincidences, including a 'Spider-Man 2' connection.