The Kiss that Sparked it All

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“Cut! That’s a wrap for our leads. Take five, guys. Next up, let’s get our supporting actor in place for his scene.”

The thing about Colton’s movies was that the lead role was not always the one with the most screen time. Sometimes, the supporting characters had just as much-if not more-meat to their roles, which was precisely why so many pop stars anxious to prove their acting chops were both terrified and enamored with the prospect of landing a role in his films. To be cast by Colton was a nod to their talent, a sign they had successfully transitioned from stage to screen.

But, if a lead ended up with less to do than a supporting role, it raised the question: who was really the star of the show? Pride is a tough pill to swallow, and many could not stand the thought of being upstaged, causing them to shy away from Colton’s projects.

what mattered most. On the big screen, where every flaw was magnified, rigid and textbook acting simply would not do. It might pass on

to acting, particularly when paired with Ivy. Her influence had a way of drawing out his emotions, making his character come alive in

Colton still patted himself on the back for insisting she audition. After watching her nail scene after scene, he was more convinced than ever that she was the perfect

in filming, Ivy pulled

rush yesterday that I did not even see how badly you were hurt. I’m really sorry about that,” she said, concern

had looked brutal. She worried he had suffered more than he let on.