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The rationale behind this request is based on the potential risks associated with the disclosure of sensitive material. According to the letter, revealing such information could lead to significant competitive, commercial, financial, or privacy injuries to the parties involved. This includes the identification of high-profile individuals who are bound by confidentiality agreements, further justifying the need for increased security.
Violent Threats and Public Backlash
Compounding the need for legal safeguards, Lively's amended complaint highlights alarming incidents of threats and harassment directed at her and those associated with the film. The letter mentions that Lively, her family, cast members, and various witnesses have faced a wave of violent, profane, and sexist communications.