As a seasoned film enthusiast with years of immersion in Hollywood’s intricate tapestry, I find myself deeply troubled by the escalating saga surrounding the production of It Ends with Us. The allegations leveled against Justin Baldoni by Blake Lively are indeed shocking and, if true, unacceptable.
For several months, there’s been a lot of talk about the movie It Ends with Us, set for release in 2024 and starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Some people have suggested that creative disagreements on set led to a dispute between Lively and Baldoni (who was also the director). Neither party ever publicly confirmed or denied this. Recently, it’s been reported that Lively is filing a lawsuit against Baldoni, claiming sexual harassment. However, Baldoni’s legal team has since denied these allegations.
What Exactly Is Blake Lively Accusing Justin Baldoni Of?
It appears that legal records indicate Blake Lively, 37, who played a role in Gossip Girl, has filed multiple complaints against a first-time movie director who is also her co-star and director, aged 40. As per TMZ, Lively claims the work environment was hostile, culminating in a meeting where she, her husband Ryan Reynolds, and others were present. Subsequently, it’s reported that a list of requests was put forth, which the studio is said to have agreed to before the film hit the screens.
Regarding concerns about Justin Baldoni’s actions, it has been suggested that he refrain from sharing explicit photos or videos of women, discussing his past “pornography addiction,” or disclosing details about his former sexual activities in public. Additionally, he was advised to stop commenting on the genitalia of his collaborators and to exclude any additional “sex scenes, oral sex, or on-camera climaxes by BL” that are not part of the script he agreed to when joining the project.
Beyond merely suggesting that the former Jane the Virgin star repeatedly talked about her weight, father, and reputation, Blake Lively asserts that he and his associates have intentionally sought to harm her reputation. Lively alleges this was done through a strategy of social manipulation, which she states led to significant emotional distress for her and her family. The court documents also contain an alleged text from the director’s representative, who supposedly stated that the filmmaker desires to make Lively “disappear.
How Did Justin Baldoni React To Blake Lively’s Accusations?
Justin Baldoni has hired prominent entertainment lawyer Bryan Freedman, who released a statement to TMZ. According to Freedman, the allegations made by the Green Lantern alum are “unfounded, excessively sensational, and designed to damage his reputation publicly.” Additionally, Freedman claimed that the lawsuit is aimed at repairing her damaged reputation. Furthermore, he accused the Town alum of being challenging on set, making threats such as not attending set or not promoting the film, which ultimately led to its poor performance during release.
Rumors about a falling out between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively emerged in August, coinciding with the launch of their film. Fans started to take notice when Baldoni stopped joining press events alongside his co-stars. It was later suggested that one of the main issues between these collaborators was Lively secretly requesting a second edit of the movie without informing the director. Although neither party admitted to having problems, Lively did hint at some disagreements.
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2024-12-21 18:37