It Ends With Us Star Supports Blake Lively Amid Justin Baldoni Drama

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As a seasoned movie enthusiast who has weathered numerous storms of Hollywood drama, I must say that the ongoing saga surrounding “It Ends With Us” has left me somewhat bewildered and amused. It seems like every film these days comes with its own baggage, and this one is no exception.

It Ends With Us has enjoyed significant success at the box office since its strong debut two weeks ago, raking in $50 million. Despite the triumph and enthusiasm, the film’s release hasn’t been without its share of controversy. A reported disagreement between lead actress Blake Lively and her director and co-star, Justin Baldoni, has been the focus of much media attention surrounding the movie. Online viewers have been revisiting old interviews featuring Lively, suggesting she was rude in an attempt to show solidarity with Baldoni. However, one person who isn’t buying into the Blake Lively criticism is her fellow co-star Brandon Sklenar, who has publicly defended the actress and dismissed the negative online reaction that the film has been facing.

In a social media post, Sklenar appears to stand up for Lively as well as all the female cast members and author Colleen Hoover, who wrote the book the movie is based on. The actor argues that criticizing these women, who have poured so much passion into making this film because they are deeply committed to its message, seems contrary and takes away from the focus of what the film is about. Sklenar then points out the off-screen conflicts but emphasizes that such issues should not be the main topic.

“Actually, it’s quite the contrary. Regardless of any events that might or might not have transpired off-screen, the essence of our motives for creating this movie should remain undiminished. It’s disappointing to witness the level of negativity being spread online.”

The It Ends With Us Drama Has Been Well Documented

As a movie reviewer, I must confess that the intriguing subplot surrounding “It Ends With Us” wasn’t immediately apparent until just days before its premiere. Keen-eyed fans on social media began to notice an unusual dynamic: Director and co-star Baldoni was conspicuously absent from interviews with his fellow cast members, and there were no red carpet photos of him with them. On the other hand, Lively, the film’s lead actress, has been notably silent about Baldoni in her interviews. Instead, she has either been paired with other co-stars, appeared solo, or graced us with her presence alongside husband Ryan Reynolds and their good friend, Reynolds’ “Deadpool & Wolverine” co-star Hugh Jackman. This enigmatic dance between the cast members has certainly added an intriguing layer to the upcoming release of this film.

During the initial release of the movie, additional conjecture arose, as some claimed the underlying problems extended beyond the press tour. Rumors swirled about Lively feeling uneasy around Baldoni on set, and the director’s displeasure with Reynolds altering a crucial scene in the film. As the speculation grew, it started to solidify into perceived facts, and the narrative gradually transformed into one that portrayed Lively negatively. Previous interviews of the actress resurfaced online, painting her as brusque, while some used the opportunity to remind people about Lively and Reynolds’ plantation wedding. During her press tour for It Ends With Us, a film tackling domestic abuse, Lively focused on more shallow aspects, whereas Baldoni, in rare interviews, emphasized the themes of domestic abuse.

The tumult surrounding the movie hasn’t dampened its success one bit. In fact, as we speak, It Ends With Us has surpassed the $100 million milestone at the domestic box office and has amassed an impressive $180 million worldwide, all on a budget of just $25 million. If anything, this shows that there’s no such thing as negative publicity.

It Ends With Us
is currently playing in theaters nationwide.

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2024-08-20 23:01