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Jennifer Lawrence Defends David O. Russell Amid Controversy

11/4/2025

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Jennifer Lawrence addressed Amy Adams's claim that David O. Russell made her cry on the American Hustle set.
In a New York Times podcast, Lawrence said she never felt degraded by Russell and found his direct style helpful.
She acknowledged Russell might have been harder on Adams than on her.
Christian Bale confirmed he mediated tense moments between Adams and Russell.
Lawrence's film Die My Love releases on November 7.

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Jennifer Lawrence addressed Amy Adams's claim that David O. Russell made her cry on the American Hustle set.
In a New York Times podcast, Lawrence said she never felt degraded by Russell and found his direct style helpful.
She acknowledged Russell might have been harder on Adams than on her.
Christian Bale confirmed he mediated tense moments between Adams and Russell.
Lawrence's film Die My Love releases on November 7.