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Upon completion of filming, Blake went further, orchestrating an unwelcome intrusion into the editing room during a period meant solely for the director’s oversight. Here, alongside Reynolds, she purportedly took her creative input to another level, claiming more power over the final cuts than any actor has typically wielded.
Step Six: The Ultimatum
With power dwindling, Blake unveiled her masterstroke—an ultimatum. She threatened to pull out from the project entirely if her vision was not honored, sealing Justin's predicament. As the lead, her absence from promotional efforts could translate to an immediate and catastrophic failure for Baldoni's film.