In a recent interview with Variety, James Franco revealed that his long-standing friendship with Seth Rogen has come to an end, even after 20 great years together. This announcement coincides with Franco facing a series of sexual misconduct allegations in 2018, leading to a $2.2 million settlement in 2021. Franco admitted to sleeping with students at his acting school, resulting in backlash from Hollywood and a loss of opportunities, including being snubbed for a Best Actor Oscar nomination.
Despite the challenges he faced, Franco took a moment to reflect on how the experiences forced him to reevaluate his life, priorities, and actions. He emphasized finding gratitude and serving his projects wholeheartedly rather than filling a void with work. Franco also discussed his shift towards working on European productions as a result of the lawsuit and COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting his upcoming film, “Hey Joe,” an Italian drama where he plays an American WWII vet searching for his son in Naples in the early ’70s.
“Hey Joe” is set to hit theaters on Nov. 28 in Italy, showcasing Franco’s continued dedication to his craft and newfound perspective on his career and personal life. Despite the challenges he has faced, Franco remains focused on growth, gratitude, and serving his art in the best way possible.
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