Which of the following factors complicate the auteur theory?

A) The film is owned and controlled by the studio distributor.
B) The production process is a collaborative process among many talented people.
C) Exactly what a director does or does not do varies from film to film.
D) all of the above

Auteur Theory

A film criticism concept that holds the director's personal vision, style, and creative influence paramount, considering them the "author" of the movie.

Studio Distributor

A company responsible for the marketing and distribution of movies and television shows, usually within a specific territory.

Collaborative Process

A method in which two or more parties work together towards a common goal, often seen in creative, academic, and business contexts.