Ben Affleck will not attend the Sundance Film Festival where his ex, Jennifer Lopez, will premiere their film “Kiss of the Spider-Woman.” A source indicated that his absence is intended to avoid overshadowing the film’s focus with personal drama. Affleck is a producer on the project, along with Matt Damon, who is also undecided about attending. The film, set to premiere on January 26, features Lopez in a leading role and has generated intrigue for its adaptation of the musical drama. The duo’s previous relationship and recent divorce, finalized this month, continue to have significant public interest.
Ben Affleck will not be attending the upcoming Sundance Film Festival with ex Jennifer Lopez for the premiere of his new film, DailyMail.com has learned exclusively, with a source saying: “His appearance “It means that the focus will not be on the work,” he said.
Ben, 52, is one of several producers credited on Kiss of the Spider-Woman, which stars Jennifer, 55, as Ingrid Luna, aka Aurora.
Jennifer, along with Matt Damon, 54, is also an executive producer on the 1992 film adaptation of the musical drama.
In the preliminary red carpet lineup obtained by DailyMail.com, the Gone Girl actor’s name is noticeably missing, as is Matt’s.
Kiss of the Spider Woman will have its world premiere on January 26th at the Eccles Theater in Park City, Utah, as part of the 41st Sundance Film Festival.
The preliminary lineup lists cast and crew expected to appear in person, including director Bill Condon and producers Barry Josephson, Tom Cardahy, and Greg Yolen.
Ben Affleck says he has “no plans” to attend the upcoming Sundance Film Festival, along with his ex Jennifer Lopez, who will be attending the film Kiss of the Spider-Woman. The film is produced by Ben and Matt Damon’s production company Artist Equity.
JLo is included in preliminary red carpet lineup obtained by DailyMail.com
Sonia Braga (pictured) played the triple role of Leni Lamaison aka Spider-Woman in Hector Babenco’s acclaimed 1985 film adaptation, which grossed $17 million at the worldwide box office.
Cast members scheduled to attend include Jennifer Lopez and co-stars Diego Luna and Tonatiu.
DailyMail.com has learned that there may be new additions and changes to the lineup by the time the red carpet begins.
In an exclusive interview with DailyMail.com, a source revealed that Ben, whose home was left unattended by the massive wildfires in California, will attend the 2025 Sundance Film Festival, which will be held in Park City and Salt Lake City starting in January. He clarified the reason why he had “no plans” to participate. From the 23rd to February 2nd.
“Ben has worked hard on this film and it’s something he’s proud of, but if he goes to Sundance he wants his appearance to focus on his interaction with his ex and not his artwork. “He knows he can guess,” a source said.
The source went on to say that Ben has “fully moved on with his life.”
“The last thing he wants is for his work to be overshadowed by his past relationships. He wants this movie to be talked about, not his failed marriage,” the source added. Ta.
The Love Don’t Cost a Thing singer and Ben rekindled their romance in 2021, 18 years after they first split.
The couple had a lavish wedding in Georgia in July 2022, but Jennifer subsequently filed for divorce in August 2024, citing irreconcilable differences.
A source told DailyMail.com that Ben doesn’t want his work to be “diluted” by appearing on the carpet with his ex-girlfriend.
Ben and J-Lo finalized their divorce this month after Ben filed for divorce in August 2024.
A source told DailyMail.com that Ben has “fully moved on with his life”.
The divorce was finalized earlier this month, and the former lovers each walked away with the assets they had acquired during their two-year relationship.
They also reached an agreement on the $61 million Beverly Hills mansion they purchased together, although the terms remain private.
As for whether Matt Damon will attend the upcoming movie premiere, a source told DailyMail.com that he is “on the fence.”
“The last time Matt went to support a movie starring Jennifer, the only thing Matt and Jennifer were talking about was the drama they were talking about,” a source said.
“People were focused on this, but the film didn’t get any recognition, just that they talked and had physical contact.”
DailyMail.com has reached out to representatives for Ben Affleck and Matt Damon for comment.
Matt and Jennifer both attended the premiere of Unstoppable at the Toronto International Film Festival in September.
They were seen holding hands and sharing an intimate moment on the couch during the afterparty.
The former couple attended the Sundance Film Festival in Park City in January 2003.
Matt Damon, who is also a producer on Kiss of the Spider-Woman, is “on the fence” about attending the film’s Sundance premiere, a source shared.
Lopez and Damon caused an uproar in September 2024 when they were spotted holding hands at the Toronto Film Festival’s Unstoppable afterparty.
Despite ending her fourth marriage, a source previously told DailyMail.com that the Let’s Get Loud hitmaker continues to say that Unstoppable means a lot to her. , said he was “delighted” to go to the Toronto Film Festival to promote the film because he wanted to show his support. .
“This is a very inspirational true story and she is proud to be a part of it. Acting in the film was a high point for her,” the source added.
“She is very professional and always works hard to give her films the best possible chance.”
Matt and Ben’s production company, Artist Equity, produced Unstoppable and Kiss of the Spider-Woman. Artist Equity has reportedly secured independent funding for Jennifer’s new work.
According to the synopsis, political prisoner Valentin (played by Diego Luna) shares a cell with Molina (played by Tonatiuh), a window decorator who has been convicted of public indecency.
JLo showed her support for Kiss of the Spider Woman last month when she shared the movie’s poster with X.
Diego Luna (pictured at the 82nd Golden Globe Awards in January) plays political prisoner Valentin alongside Jennifer Lopez in Kiss of the Spider-Woman
Tonatiu (pictured at Broadway Gypsy Opening Night in December 2024) plays Molina, a window dresser convicted of indecent exposure in Kiss of the Spider Woman
Lopez plays Luna/Aurora in Kiss of the Spider-Woman, and the film calls her an “amazing scene-stealer in a career highlight performance.”
“The two develop an unlikely bond as Molina shares the plot of a Hollywood musical starring her favorite screen diva, Ingrid Luna (played by Lopez).”
According to the film’s synopsis, Jennifer Lopez “gives a career highlight performance as Luna/Aurora, an incredible scene-stealer in a jaw-dropping musical number that highlights her dancing and vocal talents.”
Meanwhile, “Diego Luna conveys an unwavering revolutionary faith as Valentin, and Tonatiu lends a gentle strength and theatrical flair to the role of Molina.”
The film adaptation will premiere on January 26th, with additional screenings at Sundance during the festival.
