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entertainment2 years ago

Florence Pugh's Liberating Haircut for 'A Good Person'

Florence Pugh revealed on The Tonight Show that she suggested cutting off her hair for her role in Zach Braff's A Good Person, which was initially met with resistance from the crew. However, Pugh insisted, and they eventually figured out how to shoot the film. Pugh found the experience liberating and said it helped her unlock her character. She also shared a personal connection to the scene, recalling impulsive moments from her teenage years. A Good Person is currently playing in theaters.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff's 'A Good Person': Dating rumors, Morgan Freeman's performance, and Florence Pugh's acting compared to Natalie Portman.

Zach Braff was seen with producer Jenna Sarkin after a private screening of his new movie A Good Person, fueling dating rumors. Braff split from ex-girlfriend Florence Pugh seven months ago after nearly three years together. Sarkin, who is Braff's manager, served as a producer on the 2022 romantic comedy with a sci-fi twist Moonshot. A Good Person, which Braff wrote, directed, and produced, is about a woman named Allison (Pugh), whose life falls apart following her involvement in a fatal accident. Pugh recently praised working with Braff and hasn't ruled out doing it again despite their breakup.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff's Insights on Directing Morgan Freeman and Working with Ex Florence Pugh

Director Zach Braff reveals how he pushed Morgan Freeman to deliver one of his best performances in years in their latest film, A Good Person, which also stars Florence Pugh. Braff wrote the film during the COVID pandemic and dedicated it to his friend who battled depression and took his own life. The film follows the story of two recovering addicts who share a tragic backstory and a desire to heal. Freeman, who suffers from fibromyalgia, was committed to the role despite the demanding production schedule and Braff's push to go deeper in their scenes together.

film-review2 years ago

"A Good Person": A Compelling Film Review with Zach Braff and Florence Pugh.

"A Good Person" is a film about three badly hurt people who help each other. The movie takes on ambitious themes of addiction, abuse, abandonment, overwhelming grief, and finding a way to forgive the unforgivable, even when it means forgiving yourself. The film is anchored by tender-hearted, touching performances by Morgan Freeman and Florence Pugh. While the screenplay has structural problems, some sharp dialogue and committed performances hold it together.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff and Florence Pugh: Exes Reunite for New Project?

Zach Braff expressed his desire to work with his ex-girlfriend, Florence Pugh, on possible future Hollywood projects after their split. Braff directed Pugh in his new movie, "A Good Person," and praised her work ethic and talent. The former couple dated for nearly three years and have remained friendly. Braff was recently spotted having dinner with Pugh's family in New York. "A Good Person" premieres on March 24.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff's Career Moves and Personal Life with Florence Pugh

Actor-filmmaker Zach Braff has signed with Range Media Partners ahead of the MGM theatrical release of his newest directorial effort A Good Person, starring Florence Pugh and Morgan Freeman. Braff landed Emmy and DGA Award nominations for his directing on Ted Lasso Season 1 and also recently reteamed with that series’ co-creator Bill Lawrence as a director on his Apple series Shrinking, with Jason Segel and Harrison Ford, which has been renewed for a second season.

entertainment2 years ago

Florence Pugh's Fashionable NYC Outings.

Florence Pugh was spotted leaving her New York City hotel in a stylish Valentino printed co-ord while promoting her new film, A Good Person. During an interview on Good Morning America, she praised her ex-boyfriend and director of the film, Zach Braff, for his fantastic script and called him a fantastic collaborator. The film follows Allison (played by Pugh), who struggles with opioid addiction and unresolved grief after surviving an unimaginable tragedy. Pugh also spoke highly of her on-screen relationship with Morgan Freeman's character, which she described as an unexpected but deeply needed friendship. A Good Person will premiere in theaters on March 24.

entertainment2 years ago

Mixed Reviews for Zach Braff's 'A Good Person'

"A Good Person" is a drama film written and directed by Zach Braff, starring Florence Pugh as a New Jersey 20-something named Allison whose life is upended after a car accident leaves her addicted to opioid painkillers. The film explores themes of tragedy, mourning, addiction, forgiveness, and people who keep messing up despite their best intentions. While the film has some contrived moments and feels overstuffed with misery and despair, it also has enough moments of grace and threads that defy the obvious cliche to keep you interested.

entertainment2 years ago

Florence Pugh and Zach Braff's Collaborative Relationship Shines in A Good Person.

Florence Pugh gushed over ex-boyfriend Zach Braff in an Instagram post about their movie A Good Person, which she described as "a movie that was made from our souls." The post included behind-the-scenes photos of the cast and crew, including Braff, who directed the film. Despite their recent breakup, Pugh and Braff have remained friendly and professional during promotional events for the movie. A Good Person follows a woman named Allison, played by Pugh, as she struggles with addiction and grief after a tragedy.

entertainment2 years ago

Florence Pugh and Zach Braff's Collaborative Relationship in Film.

Florence Pugh says she had "no problem" taking direction from her ex-boyfriend Zach Braff while filming their new movie, "A Good Person." The former couple dated for close to three years and ended their relationship in 2022, but have remained amicable. Braff is the writer and director of the film, which premiered on March 24. Pugh also revealed that she hasn't had an influx of men trying to get her romantic attentions since the split.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff's New Film Inspired by Former Partner Florence Pugh

Zach Braff's new movie, "A Good Person," was inspired by his ex-girlfriend, Florence Pugh, whom he dated for three years. Pugh plays Allison, a woman who becomes addicted to opioids after surviving a tragedy. Braff wrote the challenging role specifically for Pugh, whom he considers a next-level actress. Morgan Freeman also stars in the film as Pugh's would-be father-in-law.

entertainment2 years ago

Florence Pugh and Zach Braff's Mutual Admiration

Florence Pugh appeared on The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and revealed a hilarious typo in a good luck text sent by her ex-boyfriend Zach Braff, who wrote and directed her new movie, A Good Person. The actress praised Braff's talent and ease in writing a script for her. Despite their breakup in August 2021, the two remain on good terms and even had dinner with Pugh's family over the weekend. A Good Person, starring Pugh and Morgan Freeman, premieres in UK and US theaters on March 24.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff and Florence Pugh: Insights on their relationship and creative collaboration.

Actor and filmmaker Zach Braff discusses his new film, A Good Person, which explores grief and addiction with a sometimes comic lightness. The film stars Florence Pugh as a pharmaceutical rep who becomes addicted to opioids after a fatal car accident. Braff also reflects on his seminal 2004 film, Garden State, and the criticism it received for its portrayal of the Manic Pixie Dream Girl trope. Braff opens up about his battles with depression and the tragedies that have defined the most recent years of his life, including the loss of his sister, father, and long-time manager.

entertainment2 years ago

Zach Braff's New Film Inspired by Ex Florence Pugh's Talent.

Zach Braff opens up about how Florence Pugh inspired his upcoming film A Good Person, which follows a young woman who becomes addicted to opioids after surviving a tragedy and forms an unlikely friendship with her would-be father-in-law, played by Morgan Freeman. Braff wrote the challenging role of Allison specifically for Pugh, whom he dated for three years, and was surprised when Freeman agreed to star in the independent film. The film hits theaters on March 24.

entertainment2 years ago

"Zach Braff and Florence Pugh's NYC Encounters"

Florence Pugh turned heads at the New York City screening of her new film, A Good Person, wearing a flirty backless necktie top and black maxi-skirt. The actress, who also produced the film, was joined by her family and co-stars, including Zach Braff, who wrote, produced, and directed the movie. Pugh will also appear in upcoming films Oppenheimer and Dune: Part Two.