Ben Affleck supported Jennifer Lopez's dream film project, the adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, overriding executive objections. The project aligned with Lopez's lifelong goal of starring in a movie musical. During the film's premiere at the Sundance Film Festival, Lopez expressed her deep emotional connection to this opportunity, acknowledging it had been her dream come true. However, despite favorable reviews, the film struggled to secure distribution after Sundance and was eventually picked up by Roadside Attractions, with significant production costs already incurred.
Ben Affleck green-lit Jennifer Lopez's dream project, the film adaptation of Kiss of the Spider Woman, despite opposition from other executives at Actors Equity.
Jennifer Lopez was emotional at the Sundance premiere, stating, 'I've been waiting for this moment my whole life. This is the first time I've gotten to do it.'
Although reviews for Kiss of the Spider Woman were generally positive, the film's distribution prospects appeared bleak after failing to attract buyers at Sundance.
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