Incidents of “on-screen love affairs – real-life romances” occur more frequently than one might expect, even in Hollywood. There was a notable couple that had a romantic relationship despite being cast as mother and son on screen.
In 2004, Angelina Jolie was cast as the lead female role in the film Alexander, portraying the character Olympias. This character is the mother of the main character, Alexander, played by Colin Farrell. Throughout the film, Olympias plays a significant role in guiding her son as he explores and confronts various aspects of life, including love, music, poetry, and battle.
Despite the star-studded cast, Alexander ultimately faced significant commercial failure and poor reviews from critics. The film struggled against the backdrop of a Western film industry that was not particularly forgiving. It even received six Golden Raspberry Award nominations, though it did not win any.
The mother-son duo from the film, who fell in love off-screen, with the beautiful actress described as a global treasure – Image 3
Aside from the complications arising from the film’s content, Alexander gained notoriety for the “love affair” between its two leading stars – Angelina Jolie and Colin Farrell. During the filming of Alexander, Jolie and Farrell were rumored to be romantically involved, with numerous intimate moments captured on set, though they later claimed to have kept things professional.
At the time, Jolie was reported to desire a serious and long-term relationship with Farrell, but the “wild” nature of the actor’s personality did not permit such a commitment.
Later, in an interview with Cinema.com, Colin Farrell remarked on Angelina Jolie’s striking beauty, simultaneously expressing regret for the affair that occurred years prior. He noted that the filming period of Alexander coincided with the budding romance between Jolie and Brad Pitt. Only after Farrell was out of the picture did Jolie fully commit her heart to Pitt, the star of Troy.
The “love affair” between Angelina Jolie and Colin Farrell left many people envious
Currently, Angelina Jolie and Colin Farrell no longer have any significant connection. The last time they were linked was when Jolie brought her children to watch the film Dumbo, which featured Farrell in the leading role. Farrell has been less prominent in films lately but remains highly successful (most recently winning a Golden Globe), while Jolie has been focusing on her artistic endeavors, often acting as a director.
In her late 40s, Angelina Jolie remains one of the most powerful actresses in the entertainment industry, her beauty still hailed as a “global treasure.” She was even voted the most beautiful woman in the world in 2009, and has often been recognized as one of the most influential personalities, coveted by many in the industry…
