Stephen+King became the modern horror writer. David_Cronenberg is a director and writer that is mostly associated with horror stories. They both have done very well.
Writers and directors don't always agree on certain aspects of various stories, simple as that.
https://screenrant.com/dead-zone-movie-stephen-king-script-not-used-why
https://terryfallis.com/2009/11/21/stephen-king-and-david-cronenberg
https://editorial.rottentomatoes.com/guide/david-cronenberg-movies-ranked-by-tomatometer
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/David_Cronenberg , https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0000343
https://collider.com/best-david-cronenberg-movies-according-to-imdb
https://paranormal-intersection.blogspot.com/search?q=Stephen+King
