Julia Stiles Reflects on 'Slimy' Experience During Harvey Weinstein-Led Reshoots for 'Down to You'

The actress criticized Weinstein's creative changes to the 2000 rom-com, calling them unnecessary and poorly executed.

Julia Stiles described feeling 'so slimy' while filming a dance scene added during reshoots for the 2000 teen rom-com 'Down to You.'
The actress revealed on a podcast that Harvey Weinstein, then the producer, insisted on including the scene to capitalize on her previous successes in dance-related roles.
Stiles explained that the original script by first-time director Kris Isacsson was more mature but was altered by Weinstein to fit a trendier, commercial tone.
Weinstein, currently serving a prison sentence for sexual assault convictions, defended his decision, claiming the scene enhanced the film's appeal.
Stiles criticized the changes as unimaginative and unnecessary, stating they did not contribute meaningfully to the story or characters.