Michael J. Fox’s new memoir, *Future Boy: Back to the Future and My Journey Through the Space Time Continuum*, has shed light on some behind-the-scenes moments from the iconic film *Back to the Future*. Among the stories shared, Fox reveals how his co-star Crispin Glover caused some trouble on set with his unconventional approach to the role of George McFly.
In the book, the *Family Ties* star recalls the challenges the crew faced trying to keep Glover in the planned blocking during filming. According to Fox, Glover often wandered out of the camera lane, making it difficult for the crew to keep him framed properly.
“Nobody puts Crispin in a box. But that didn’t prevent the camera crew from literally building a box around him,” Fox writes while describing one particular scene. He explains how Glover was supposed to stay between a clothesline and himself as the camera rolled, but the actor had a different idea.
“My guess is that he saw George as a wanderer, a free spirit who traveled in random patterns—in this case, perpendicular to the camera,” Fox observes.
To manage the situation, a crew member fabricated a miniature corral made of sandbags and C-stands, effectively trapping Glover into the shot’s required parameters.
Despite the chaos caused by Glover’s unpredictable antics, Fox expresses admiration for his co-star. He calls Glover’s performance “downright hypnotic” and shares that he genuinely enjoyed working with him, even when his methods created friction on set.
“I loved working with him. His talent was unquestionable, although his methods sometimes created friction. Still, I respected how he remained true to George (as he understood and embodied him),” Fox writes.
Showing the respect and appreciation he holds for Glover, Fox even sent a heartfelt letter to him while working on his memoir:
“Your performance is richer and deeper every time I see it. In fact, I skip over my bits to watch yours,” the letter reads. “Granted, we didn’t talk much during production, so I never had the chance to say that you are a brilliant actor, and I was thrilled to work with you.”
Fox’s candid reflections provide a fascinating glimpse into the dynamics behind one of cinema’s most beloved films, highlighting not only the challenges but also the mutual respect among its cast members.
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