Justin Baldoni Reflects on Emotional Toll of Filming 'It Ends With Us'

The actor-director opened up about the challenges of portraying an abusive character while directing the adaptation of Colleen Hoover's novel.

Justin Baldoni revealed he experienced a 'near breakdown' on set after filming an intense scene involving his character's jealousy and anger.
The dual role of directing and acting as the abusive Ryle Kincaid left Baldoni emotionally drained, with the character's trauma lingering for months after filming ended.
He described directing as a 'lonely job,' where he felt isolated and unable to share his anxieties while leading the production.
Baldoni advocated for a trigger warning in the film to address its sensitive themes of domestic violence but was unable to secure its inclusion.
The film's production was reportedly marked by creative tensions between Baldoni and co-star Blake Lively, though it achieved significant box office success, grossing $350 million worldwide.