Kim Novak has criticized Sydney Sweeney's portrayal of her in the upcoming drama film, "Scandalous," about her relationship with Sammy Davis Jr. Novak expressed concern that the film would focus too much on the sexual dynamic between Novak and Davis, but their relationship was based on their having "so much in common." Sweeney responded by saying she was "incredibly honored" to lead the film. The film was first revealed in October 2024 with Sweeney's co-star Colman Domingo at the helm.