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Deadpool & Wolverine Director Says Hugh Jackman Approved Film’s Riskiest Joke

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Deadpool breaks the fourth wall to poke fun at Wolverine's personal life, with director Shawn Levy revealing Hugh Jackman's seal of approval on the riskiest jokes.
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  • Director Shawn Levy shares that Deadpool's joke about Wolverine 'letting himself go after the divorce' was cleared with Jackman before filming, showcasing the star's openness to self-deprecating humor.
  • Jennifer Garner, Jackman's co-star, also approved a joke about her ex-husband Ben Affleck's Daredevil role, proving the cast's collaborative spirit in embracing the movie's meta-commentary.
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Hugh Jackman, Deborra-Lee Furness, Ryan Reynolds, Jennifer Garner, Ben Affleck, Blake Lively, Disney, Marvel, Deadpool & Wolverine, Wicked, Daredevil
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