The two became romantically involved during the filming of his film “Grindhouse” which also starred Rosario Dawson. Rodriguez was married at the time to another woman. Being engaged to a director has it’s perks. Rose McGowan was slated to appear in three Rodriguez movies including “Barbarella,” “Red Sonja” and “Woman in Chains!”.

It has been reported that Rodriguez was having problems securing financing for “Barbarella”. I imagine the studios were pressuring Rodriguez to enlist a more box office worthy star for the film. I could see how this would strain a relationship.