In a recent interview, directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch revealed that Eva Longoria provided crucial gap financing for the film 'John Wick' just before its production was set to halt. This support helped turn the film into a major success, leading to a profitable franchise.
According to Business Insider, directors Chad Stahelski and David Leitch shared that Longoria's investment came just hours before production was set to shut down due to financial issues. Stahelski noted, 'We were shut down... then Eva Longoria came to the rescue.' The Independent also reported that Longoria's production company, UnbeliEVAble Entertainment, marked her first major producer credit with 'John Wick,' which has since evolved into a successful franchise with multiple sequels. This narrative underscores the importance of financial backing in the film industry and the unexpected ways in which actors can influence production outcomes.
As 'John Wick' celebrates its tenth anniversary, its directors recounted the financial struggles faced during production. With only days left before filming was to begin, they lost nearly $6 million in funding, prompting Longoria's unexpected investment.
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Damien Leone is an American film director, screenwriter, and film producer known for writing and directing All Hallows' Eve (2013), Terrifier (2016), and Terrifier 2 (2022), each of which feature his character Art the Clown. He is currently working on...
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