Hollywood is no stranger to behind-the-scenes drama, and the upcoming film It Ends With Us is no exception. The romantic drama, based on Colleen Hoover's bestselling novel, has been the subject of intense speculation due to a rumored rift between its star, Blake Lively, and her co-star and director, Justin Baldoni.
According to multiple sources, tensions flared during post-production, leading to competing cuts of the film. Lively, who not only stars in but also produced the movie, reportedly took over the editing process, sidelining Baldoni's original vision. Despite Baldoni's cut testing better with audiences, Lively's version ultimately won out, thanks in part to the influence of her husband, Ryan Reynolds, who allegedly used his Hollywood clout to back her.
The friction between Lively and Baldoni has not gone unnoticed. At the film's recent premiere, sharp-eyed fans observed that the cast seemed to distance themselves from Baldoni, raising eyebrows and sparking rumors of discord. This behind-the-scenes tension has only added fuel to the fire, with many wondering how it will affect the film's reception.
It Ends With Us is set to be released by Sony Pictures and has garnered mixed reviews so far. Despite the off-screen drama, the film is expected to draw a significant audience, with projections pointing to a $25 million opening weekend. The movie boasts a strong cast, including Brandon Sklenar, Jenny Slate, Hasan Minhaj, and Kevin McKidd, but it remains to be seen if the movie can overcome the negative buzz.
As anticipation builds, the drama surrounding the film may even give rise to a #ReleaseTheBaldoniCut movement among fans. Whether this feud will overshadow the film's success or if it will simply add to the intrigue remains to be seen. One thing is certain: It Ends With Us is shaping up to be one of the most talked-about releases of the year.
