I appreciate your perspective and insights, but I would still like to know more about the behind-the-scenes drama involving Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. Here are some thoughts:
This year, Colleen Hoover’s critically acclaimed novel “It Ends with Us” is one of the notable book-to-screen adaptations. Despite rumors of a disagreement between lead actress/producer Blake Lively and director Justin Baldoni, the film is receiving high praise from viewers. Given its success and the existence of a sequel novel titled “It Starts with Us“, fans are eagerly speculating if it too will be adapted into a movie.
A compelling reason exists for creating the sequel – the primary justification being the availability of the source material, which would prevent the scriptwriter from starting anew. The Fault in Our Stars, as you may know, is showing success at the box office, with a domestic gross of $135 million as of September, against a reported budget of $25 million (according to Variety). However, what might be most significant is that numerous fans are appreciating the adaptation, even accepting the few alterations made.
Here’s one way to look at it:
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In a recent turn of events, It Ends With Us actor Brandon Sklenar has spoken up regarding the speculations and criticisms surrounding the movie. To put it simply, he found it disheartening.
In the world of Hollywood, instances of feuds aren’t rare (as demonstrated by Arnold Schwarzenegger and Sylvester Stallone’s long-standing dispute), the recent public airing of a drama surrounding the film “It Ends With Us” has only exacerbated the situation. Neither party has confirmed the origins of the alleged disagreements, yet whispers circulate about tension stemming from the Gossip Girl star requesting her own version of the movie and her husband, Ryan Reynolds, modifying a scene without Baldoni or screenwriter, Christy Hall’s, approval. This, coupled with the fact that the Jane the Virgin actress has enlisted a PR crisis manager, has left fans speculating and calling for clarification from both parties.
Since Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni are the main actors and prominent figures in this movie, it seems unlikely that a sequel could be made without their involvement. In an interview prior to the release, Baldoni hinted at stepping back from directing responsibilities and letting Lively take over. However, it’s uncertain if this change would simplify things, as they would still need to collaborate closely as fellow actors.
A possible approach for a potential “It Starts with Us” sequel could involve marketing it as “Continuation of ‘It Starts With You'” or “An Extension of ‘It Starts With You'”. The original title has a strong, memorable hook that captures attention and is easy to understand. For a direct-to-video release, the title might be shortened to something like “From Us To You – Season 2” or “From Us To You – Volume 2”, emphasizing its part of a larger series. This way, it’s clear that the sequel is connected to the original work and not just some standalone film. The digital/online aspect would be highlighted in marketing materials, such as trailers, posters, social media updates, etc., making it explicitly clear that this is a follow-up to the original, not an entirely new production.
Excitedly, I’m thrilled to share that in the upcoming years, two more captivating tales penned by Colleen Hoover will find their way onto the silver screen! This is indeed a joyous development for her dedicated readers like myself.
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2024-09-03 16:40