David Fincher Distances 'Fight Club' from Far Right and Incel Fans, Asserts He's Not Responsible for Interpretations

Despite Disavowing Far Right Adoration of 'Fight Club', Director David Fincher Has No Explanation for Its Misinterpretation and Fringe Base Endorsement

Director David Fincher expressed confusion over the misinterpretation of his 1999 film 'Fight Club', especially by far-right and incel groups. He insisted that he does not take responsibility for how people interpret his work.
Fincher highlighted that Tyler Durden, the character idolized by these groups, is intended to be seen as a negative influence. The director added that he doesn't know how to respond to or help those who don't understand this concept.
'Fight Club', despite initial failure at the box office, has become a cult favorite over the years. Its darker themes seemed to resonate, especially with young men coming of age in the early 2000s.
The film also drew attention for being uploaded on China's largest streaming service with an edited ending, which notably adhered closely to the ending of Chuck Palahniuk's original novel rather than Fincher's cinematic version.
Despite the contentious interpretation and significant following, 'Fight Club' continues to be regarded as one of Fincher's defining works, tackling themes of masculinity, consumerism and societal disillusionment.