Current:Home > ScamsUnstoppable Director Details Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's Dynamic on Their New Movie -EquityExchange
Unstoppable Director Details Ben Affleck and Jennifer Lopez's Dynamic on Their New Movie
View
Date:2025-04-14 06:13:29
When it came to movie-making, Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck were an unstoppable force, according to William Goldenberg.
The Unstoppable director shared insight into the former couple's dynamic during the filming of their sports drama, exclusively telling E! News' Francesca Amiker that J.Lo and Affleck kept things professional throughout production.
"It's always been about the movie," Goldenberg said at Unstoppable's Toronto International Film Festival premiere Sept. 6, "and that's their personal business. We just kept it about the movie. We just kept her eye on the prize."
Starring Lopez and Jharrel Jerome, Unstoppable is based on the 2012 memoir of the same name by Anthony Robles, a champion wrestler who was born with one leg. Affleck and his longtime collaborator Matt Damon are both producers on the film.
And having previously worked with Affleck and Damon on Air, Goldenberg was very comfortable teaming up with the duo again.
"They were so supportive and so behind me," he shared. "They never overstepped or did anything to interfere and they were just there behind me. They were incredible. They're professionals and they're great storytellers."
Ultimately, the movie was one of the last collaborations for Affleck and Lopez, who ended their marriage of two years in August when she filed for divorce.
And in the wake of the split, Affleck was not in attendance at the TIFF premiere of the movie. He opted to skip the red carpet event in order to continue work in Los Angeles, E! News previously confirmed, as well as spend time with his and ex Jennifer Garner’s kids Violet, 18, Seraphina, 15, and Samuel, 12.
Still, Lopez and Damon were on hand to celebrate Unstoppable's debut. The "Jenny From the Block" singer dazzled on the carpet in a metallic Tamara Ralph gown featuring revealing cutouts on the side.
Meanwhile, Damon wore a gray suit and was accompanied by his wife Luciana Damon.
For all the star sightings at TIFF, keep reading...
Don't worry, darling—the actress brought her fashion A-game to the We Live in Time premiere.
Your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man arrived in style to the We Live in Time premiere at the Princess of Wales Theatre.
The How I Met Your Mother alum had a legend—wait for it—dary night at the premirere of Sharp Corner.
The "On The Floor" singer looked instantly iconic at the premiere of her new film Unstoppable.
The "Your Song" singer and his husband traveled in style on their way to attend the premiere of Elton John: Never Too Late.
The couple—who share four daughters together—were a picture perfect pair at Roy Thomson Hall for the premiere of Unstoppable.
The "Roar" singer and the actor's love was in full bloom at the premiere of his film The Cut.
The Freakier Friday actress waved to fans as she kicked off the festivities.
The model hit the red carpet at the Princess of Wales Theatre for the premiere of her new film, The Last Showgirl.
The Home Alone star and Suite Life of Zack & Cody actress—who share two sons—enjoyed a parent's night out.
The Mad Men alum shared a few laughs with her fans while posing for selfies.
The Scream Queens actress stared adoringly at her husband of two years—with whom she shares two children.
The Guardians of the Galaxy star looked marvelous on the red carpet for the premiere of his movie, The Last Showgirl.
Watch E! News weeknights Monday through Thursday at 11 p.m., only on E!.veryGood! (711)
Related
- Federal Spending Freeze Could Have Widespread Impact on Environment, Emergency Management
- Mississippi Medicaid expansion plan could struggle for bipartisan support, Democratic leader says
- The Twins’ home-run sausage is fueling their eight-game winning streak
- Perspective: What you're actually paying for these free digital platforms
- A White House order claims to end 'censorship.' What does that mean?
- 2-year-old child dies, another child hurt after wind sends bounce house flying in Arizona
- Score 75% Off Old Navy, 45% Off Brooklinen, 68% Off Perricone MD Cold Plasma+ Skincare & More Deals
- 'As the World Turns' co-stars Cady McClain, Jon Lindstrom are divorcing after 10 years
- California DMV apologizes for license plate that some say mocks Oct. 7 attack on Israel
- Why Kourtney Kardashian Wants to Change Initials of Her Name
Ranking
- Senate begins final push to expand Social Security benefits for millions of people
- Former pirate Johnny Depp returns to the screen as King Louis XV. But will audiences care?
- Dear E!, How Do I Mature My Style? Here Are the Best Ways To Transform Your Closet & New Adult-Like Fits
- Father of former youth detention center resident testifies against him in New Hampshire trial
- Alex Murdaugh’s murder appeal cites biased clerk and prejudicial evidence
- Walmart is launching a new store brand called Bettergoods. Here what it's selling and the cost.
- As campus protests continue, Columbia University suspends students | The Excerpt
- US House votes to remove wolves from endangered list in 48 states
Recommendation
What to know about Tuesday’s US House primaries to replace Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz
Coach Deion Sanders, Colorado illuminate the pros and cons of wide-open transfer portal
Lawmakers and advocates make last-ditch push to extend affordable internet subsidy
The Government Is Officially Reintroducing Grizzly Bears in the North Cascades. What Happens Now?
Tom Holland's New Venture Revealed
Neurosurgeon causes stir by suggesting parents stop playing white noise for kids' sleep
Vanderpump Rules’ Rachel “Raquel” Leviss Dating New Man After Tom Sandoval Split
United Methodists begin to reverse longstanding anti-LGBTQ policies