New court documents have revealed serious tension behind the scenes while filming Romantic Drama It Ends With Us. The documents are part of an ongoing legal case involving Blake Lively and her co-star and director Justin Baldoni.
According to People Reports, newly unsealed testimony, a Sony Pictures executive used a harsh and offensive word while talking about Blake Lively during production. The comment came up in a private conversation about a list of demands Lively reportedly made before returning to the set in late 2023. These details were shared through court depositions, not interviews.
The executive explained that there was fear the movie could be left unfinished if the problems were not solved. At the time, Sony had already spent millions of dollars on the project, making the situation very stressful for everyone involved.
The documents also describe the film set as chaotic. The executive said there were frequent disagreements between Lively and Baldoni. Lively reportedly complained that Baldoni was unprepared and inexperienced as a director. These statements were part of sworn testimony and not public comments.
Despite these problems, the movie later had a strong opening weekend at the box office. After the release, the same executive even sent Lively a positive message, praising her hard work and performance.
The legal battle between Lively and Baldoni is still ongoing. Lively has accused Baldoni and others involved in the film of serious misconduct, while Baldoni has denied all claims. If the case is not settled, both sides are expected to go to trial in May 2026.
The situation shows how behind-the-scenes conflicts can deeply affect a film’s production, even when the final movie reaches audiences successfully.