Good Grief Interview: Daniel Levy on Going from Schitt's Creek to First Feature

Jan 06 2024

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Dan Levy, a four-time Emmy winner, is making his directorial debut with the Netflix film, Good Grief. Known for his acting roles, particularly in Schitt's Creek alongside Eugene Levy and Catherine O'Hara, Levy is now stepping behind the camera. His experience as an actor, where he often felt undervalued, has shaped his approach to directing. He aims to foster kindness and generosity on his sets, qualities he admired in his Schitt's Creek co-stars. Good Grief, starring Levy, Ruth Negga, Himesh Patel, Celia Imrie, and Luke Evans, is a poignant exploration of grief and self-discovery following a significant loss. The film follows the journey of Marc (Levy) after the sudden death of his husband (Evans). His close friends, Sophie (Negga) and Thomas (Patel), support him through his grief. After a year of healing, the trio embarks on a journey that reveals hard truths. In an interview with Collider's Perri Nemiroff, Levy discusses his approach to creating a positive set environment and his experience working with Imrie on a particularly moving scene. Negga and Patel, Levy's co-stars, also share their thoughts on Levy's leadership style on set and the challenges they faced during production.