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Justin Baldoni says Blake Lively should direct ‘It Ends With Us' sequel amid rumors of a rift

Headline from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth, from the development of Aug 9, 2024

Newest development Aug 14, 2024 · 3 reportsJustin Baldoni Hires Crisis PR Veteran Amid Alleged ‘It Ends With Us’ Rift

Justin Baldoni is nominating his "It Ends With Us" co-star Blake Lively to direct the movie's sequel, should one be greenlit.

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  1. ‘It Ends With Us’: Scenes From Blake Lively Movie’s World Premiere

    Headline from Forbes ·

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    Justin Baldoni says Blake Lively should direct ‘It Ends With Us' sequel amid rumors of a rift

    Headline from NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth ·

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    Justin Baldoni Hires Crisis PR Veteran Amid Alleged ‘It Ends With Us’ Rift

    Headline from The Hollywood Reporter ·

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21 articles, oldest first.

  1. The Hollywood Reporter

    ‘It Ends With Us’ Review: Blake Lively Stars in Serviceable Adaptation of Colleen Hoover Novel (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The Hollywood Reporter's feed description

    Blake Lively plays a woman navigating a new romance and her traumatic past in 'It Ends With Us,' directed by and co-starring Justin Baldoni.

  2. Forbes

    ‘It Ends With Us’: Scenes From Blake Lively Movie’s World Premiere (opens Forbes)

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    See photos of Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and others at the “It Ends with Us” world premiere in New York.

  3. The Hollywood Reporter

    Justin Baldoni on Filming Ryle’s Darker ‘It Ends With Us’ Scenes With Help From Blake Lively, Female Coordinators (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    Justin Baldoni, who directed and stars as Ryle in 'It Ends With Us,' spoke about filming his character's darker scenes with help from Blake Lively.

  4. New York Post

    ‘It Ends With Us’ review: Blake Lively dark romance drama forces you to cry (opens New York Post)

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    New York Post's feed description

    This is sacrilege coming off the keyboard of a movie critic, but “It Ends With Us” is a film that would be best experienced from the couch. Wait a few weeks for the Blake Lively flick to land on a streaming service.

  5. Entertainment Weekly

    Blake Lively reveals husband Ryan Reynolds wrote 'It Ends With Us' scene (opens Entertainment Weekly)

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    Entertainment Weekly's feed description

    Blake Lively shared an 'It Ends With Us' behind-the-scenes fact that has fans even more excited to see the first big-screen Colleen Hoover adaptation: Her husband Ryan Reynolds wrote the iconic rooftop scene.

  6. Observer

    ‘It Ends With Us’ Review: Blake Lively Saves This Romantic Drama From a Soapy Fate (opens Observer)

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    Movie review, 'It Ends With Us': Anyone wondering if Blake Lively is a genuine movie star need look no farther this gleaming romantic drama.

  7. Deadline

    ‘It Ends With Us’ Review: Blake Lively & Justin Baldoni Deliver In Nuanced Feature Take Of Colleen Hoover Bestseller (opens Deadline)

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    Justin Baldoni brings a singular vision to 'It Ends With Us' alongside Blake Lively's genuine Lily in the film adaptation of Colleen Hoover's book.

  8. Variety

    ‘It Ends with Us’ Review: Blake Lively Stars in a Romantic Soap Opera That Turns Dark and Stays Convincing (opens Variety)

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    Variety's feed description

    Blake Lively stars in an affecting adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel directed by Justin Baldoni, who plays a romantic suitor too aggro for comfort.

  9. Insider

    Blake Lively's 'It Ends With Us' press tour proves she's still one of the best method dressers (opens Insider)

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    Blake Lively has worn over a dozen floral-inspired outfits to promote "It Ends With Us." The looks pay homage to the character she plays in the film.

  10. Variety

    ‘It Ends With Us’ Director and Star Justin Baldoni Says ‘Better People’ Are Suited to Helm the Sequel: ‘Blake Lively’s Ready to Direct. That’s What I Think’ (opens Variety)

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    'It Ends With Us' director and star Justin Baldoni says Blake Lively should direct the sequel, 'It Starts With Us.'

  11. Entertainment Weekly

    Justin Baldoni praises 'It Ends With Us' costar Blake Lively: She 'was involved in every aspect of the film' (opens Entertainment Weekly)

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    'It Ends With Us' director/star Justin Baldoni is praising his costar Blake Lively, calling her 'a powerhouse of a creative and a wonderful collaborator' who was involved 'in every aspect of the film.'

  12. Deadline

    Justin Baldoni On Directing ‘It Ends With Us’ Sequel: “There Are Better People For That One, I Think Blake Lively’s Ready To Direct” (opens Deadline)

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    Deadline's feed description

    Justin Baldoni wants to pass on the It Ends With Us directing torch to his co-star Blake Lively.

  13. The Hollywood Reporter

    Did Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Have a Rift Over ‘It Ends With Us’? Sleuthing TikTokers Think So (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The Hollywood Reporter's feed description

    Some 'It Ends With Us' fans have taken to TikTok with rumors about an alleged feud between stars Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni.

  14. Insider

    'It Ends With Us' screenwriter on why Blake Lively's character's obsession with Ellen DeGeneres is left out of the movie (opens Insider)

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    Insider's feed description

    References to the TV host featured pretty prominently in Colleen Hoover's 2016 novel, which has now been adapted for the big screen.

  15. Glamour

    Justin Baldoni Says Blake Lively Should Direct the 'It Ends With Us' Sequel Amid Cast Drama Rumors (opens Glamour)

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    Recent interviews with Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively haven't put an end to rumors about behind-the-scenes drama between the cast of 'It Ends With Us.'

  16. New York Post

    The new ‘Don’t Worry Darling?’ ‘It Ends With Us’ Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni feud and set drama rumors swirl (opens New York Post)

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    As Blake Lively’s tearjerker romantic drama “It Ends With Us” hits theaters, rumors of behind-the-scenes drama with Justin Baldoni threaten to overshadow the movie — just like Olivia Wilde’s “Don’t Worry Darling.”

  17. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    Justin Baldoni says Blake Lively should direct ‘It Ends With Us' sequel amid rumors of a rift (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

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    NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description

    Justin Baldoni is nominating his "It Ends With Us" co-star Blake Lively to direct the movie's sequel, should one be greenlit.

  18. Forbes

    Here’s Why Social Media Users Think ‘It Ends With Us’ Stars Blake Lively And Justin Baldoni Are Feuding (opens Forbes)

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    Social media users have noticed star and producer Blake Lively and actor-director Justin Baldoni have refrained from promoting the film in joint interviews.

  19. The Hollywood Reporter

    Justin Baldoni Hires Crisis PR Veteran Amid Alleged ‘It Ends With Us’ Rift (opens The Hollywood Reporter)

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    The Hollywood Reporter's feed description

    Actor-director Justin Baldoni hired veteran PR crisis manager Melissa Nathan amid the alleged public rift with It Ends With Us co-star Blake Lively.

  20. Deadline

    ‘It Ends With Us’: Justin Baldoni Hires Crisis PR Vet Melissa Nathan As Rumor Mill Swirls About Filmmaker/Star’s Rift With Blake Lively (opens Deadline)

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    Deadline's feed description

    It Ends With Us filmmaker and star Justin Baldoni has hired Melissa Nathan, crisis PR vet, as the gossip gets out of hands about his set and off-screen moments with Blake Lively.

  21. Forbes

    Why Fans Think ‘It Ends With Us’ Stars Blake Lively, Justin Baldoni Are Feuding—As Baldoni Reportedly Hires Crisis PR (opens Forbes)

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    Forbes's feed description

    Social media users have noticed star and producer Blake Lively and actor-director Justin Baldoni have refrained from promoting the film in joint interviews.

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