Ben Affleck discusses Jennifer Garner's near-casting in his new film *Animals*
Most outlets led with the revelation that Ben Affleck had considered casting his ex-wife Jennifer Garner in the female lead role of his Netflix film *Animals*. Geo News focused on the reshuffling of the cast and mentioned the possibility of Garner playing the role, while also hinting at the idea of her potentially starring in the film. The News International emphasized Garner's decision to step away from the role and provided context about her reasons, though specifics of those reasons were not detailed in the excerpt. Both outlets framed the story around the personal and professional connection between Affleck and Garner.
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Ben Affleck explains why Jennifer Garner refused to play his love interest on screen
Ben Affleck is taking fans behind ex-wife Jennifer Garner's decision to step away from playing his love interest on screen.The 54-year-old actor, who is currently all set for his new Netflix movie Animals, first...
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Ben Affleck reveals almost casting Jennifer Garner as wife in 'Animals'
Ben Affleck is opening up about the casting reshuffle behind his new Netflix crime thriller Animals, revealing he originally planned for ex-wife Jennifer Garner to play the female lead, and even considered starring...
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