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Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick Reunite for 'Another Simple Favor' Amid Legal Drama

The sequel to the 2018 hit will premiere at SXSW on March 7 and stream on Prime Video starting May 1, as director Paul Feig defends Lively from ongoing controversies.

  • Paul Feig's 'Another Simple Favor,' starring Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick, will debut at SXSW on March 7, with a Prime Video release set for May 1.
  • The sequel follows Emily Nelson and Stephanie Smothers as they reunite in Capri, Italy, for a wedding that takes a mysterious turn.
  • Director Paul Feig has publicly defended Lively, calling her an 'amazing collaborator,' amidst her legal battle with Justin Baldoni over allegations of harassment and retaliation.
  • Rumors of tension between Lively and Kendrick have resurfaced, but Feig and co-star Henry Golding have dismissed claims of a feud as unfounded.
  • Despite online backlash tied to Lively's legal disputes, Feig assures fans that the film's release remains on schedule, with post-production delays clarified as standard industry practice.
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