Justin Baldoni felt ‘sidelined’ by Blake Lively on It Ends With Us movie set – as drama intensifies

As a seasoned film enthusiast and critic who has seen my fair share of behind-the-scenes drama, I must say that the saga unfolding between Justin Baldoni and Blake Lively seems to be a classic case of creative differences leading to tension on set.

According to reports, Justin Baldoni experienced feelings of being hurt and excluded while both acting in and directing the movie adaptation of Colleen Hover’s top-selling novel, “It Ends with Us.”

Right from the start, it is asserted that during the making of their film, the director (aged 40) and Blake Lively (36) allegedly intensified their relationship, eventually surpassing the $100 million milestone at the worldwide box office within the initial week.

According to a source, there were two distinct groups regarding the movie, one backing Blake and the other supporting Justin. The artistic disagreements that arose from this divide shaped an unpleasant working environment, which eventually led to them no longer communicating with each other. (Us Weekly)

The source added: ‘Justin often felt that his ideas weren’t as valued as Blake’s, which suppressed the creative atmosphere on location.’

It’s also reported that Baldoni felt these decisions made by Lively, such as altering the script and costumes, were done frequently without seeking his or his team’s input.

According to another reliable source, it was emphasized that any alterations or suggestions made by Blake were aimed at producing the finest movie conceivable and respecting the original book.

“Blake, being a producer, collaborated extensively with Colleen and other women in the team during filming. It’s important to clarify that ‘without Justin’s input’ doesn’t necessarily mean Blake acted secretly or against him,” the source elaborated.

A third source claimed that the Gossip Girl alum ‘does not have a good opinion’ of  Baldoni. 

I strongly believe that no one should ever feel degraded or belittled due to their physical appearance, especially not on a professional set where everyone is supposed to work together towards a common goal. Recently, it was reported that a cast member of “It Ends With Us” felt ‘fat-shamed’ by Baldoni during filming. As someone who has experienced similar situations in my own life and career, I can empathize with the pain and humiliation this person must have felt. It is unacceptable for anyone to be subjected to such treatment, and it is crucial that we stand up against such behavior whenever it occurs. We all deserve to feel respected and valued for our talents and contributions, not our physical appearances.

In the midst of whispers about a supposed disagreement between them, a fresh report has provided insights into two instances on set where Baldoni’s actions reportedly made Lively uneasy while they were filming together.

As a devoted admirer, I’ve come across reports on TMZ suggesting that the incident involving so-called body shaming was related to the preparations for a movie scene where Baldoni needed to lift Lively off the ground.

It was reported by sources that Baldoni had been experiencing back issues, and before the weightlifting scene, he consulted with a fitness trainer for help.

It’s said that Baldoni inquired from the trainer about Lively’s weight and sought assistance in preparing his own back to prevent any potential injuries.

When Lively learned about Baldoni’s comments, she allegedly felt fat-shamed by him. 

In February 2023, Lively joyfully became a mother of four, alongside her spouse Ryan Reynolds, an event that left quite an impact on her as reported by sources to TMZ.

TMZ sources also cited another alleged instance that bothered Lively on the set.

In their movie, the pair were shooting a romantic scene involving a kiss, and it’s been reported that Lively felt Baldwin held the kiss for too long beyond what was required.

DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives for Baldoni and Lively for comment. 

Previously, it was reported by TMZ that people close to the situation don’t view Baldoni as the clear antagonist in the dispute. In fact, some of his co-stars from ‘The It Ends With Us’ have expressed their support for him.

A few insiders also claimed several actors are exaggerating the rift to promote the movie.

In the midst of speculations about a disagreement, Baldoni has chosen to engage a respected crisis management public relations agency to support him. As reported by The Hollywood Reporter, Baldoni is seeking assistance from the accomplished crisis PR manager, Melissa Nathan.

It’s been mentioned that the split within the team extends to the main actors from the movie as well as Colleen Hoover, who wrote the book upon which the film is based.

People reported on Monday that the core cast and Hoover ‘will have nothing to do with’ Baldoni.

It appears that things may not be as they seem regarding Baldoni, given reports that he had conflicts with the movie’s main actor, Blake Lively, during the filming process. This information was shared by a source to People magazine on Monday.

According to our informant, there’s a lot more to uncover about this tale. It seems that the lead actors and Colleen Hoover are choosing to distance themselves from him.

According to a source close to Baldoni, though the director encountered creative disagreements with certain colleagues during the movie production, it appears that the rumors of conflicts on set were largely exaggerated, as reported by People on Monday.

According to the source, Lively intends to take over as director for the next film, potentially pushing him aside and acquiring the rights from Colleen.

Enhancing the rumors about potential conflicts between the film’s director and lead actor, it was noted that Baldoni did not pose for full cast photos during the movie’s premiere at AMC Lincoln Square in New York City on August 6, according to People’s report.

At the premiere of the movie, Baldoni was seen standing with his wife Emily Baldoni (age 40), family members, and the film’s producers, rather than just by himself.

According to Page Six, who cited several sources, Baldoni found himself in a very challenging setting while working with the cast and crew, with Blake Lively reportedly feeling uneasy during filming.

According to a source, none of the cast had pleasure working with Justin, and it appears they avoided speaking to him during the premiere.

According to sources, Lively and Baldoni caught the movie separately at the cinema complex.

Multiple trustworthy sources informed the publication that Baldoni ‘never intended to leave his cast feeling unsupported.’

The strained relationship between Baldoni and Lively might influence upcoming projects in the franchise, since he may choose not to direct a sequel based on Colleen Hoover’s 2022 book “It Starts With Us,” which serves as a continuation of the original novel that became the source for the current film, “It Ends With Us” from 2016.

In a conversation with Entertainment Tonight during the film’s premiere, Baldoni, who is associated with the production company Wayfarer Studios that holds the rights to the book, seemed to express reservations about taking on the role of director for a sequel.

In a nutshell, Baldoni expressed his opinion that someone more suitable might be available for the task, specifically mentioning Blake Lively as a candidate who seems prepared to direct, according to him.

On Friday, it was reported to DailyMail.com that Baldoni displayed chauvinistic and borderline abusive behavior on set while filming the movie. Additionally, he allegedly disregarded suggestions made by Lively during scenes involving abuse.

According to the source, Baldoni overlooked Blake’s character’s point of view and primarily concentrated on what he perceived as the abusive male perspective, which was quite masculine in nature. This led to a tense work environment on set.

In a somewhat similar vein, it can be said that Justin’s behavior on set made some women feel as though he crossed the line into abusive territory. Additionally, they perceived him as being unprofessional and unwilling to apologize for his actions.

In the movie summary, it’s stated that the character Lily (played by Lively) manages to move past her troubled childhood and venture into a fresh chapter. An encounter with a neurosurgeon triggers a bond between them, but as time passes, Lily notices traits in him that echo her parents’ relationship.

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2024-08-16 19:36