Scott Derrickson's Reflection on Aubrey Plaza’s Remarks
Scott Derrickson said he was deeply affected by Aubrey Plaza’s recent remarks that the Apple TV+ film The Gorge helped her process grief following the death of her husband, Jeff Baena.
Director's Perspective on Audience Impact
In an interview with Entertainment Weekly, the director described Plaza’s comments as heartfelt and noted his own affection for the actress made her words especially meaningful. He added that hearing an audience member — and a friend — find personal clarity in his work is gratifying for any filmmaker.
Films as a Tool for Emotional Understanding
Derrickson emphasized that the response was not unique to The Gorge, but reflected a broader truth he often expresses: films can illuminate and help people understand their emotions.
Aubrey Plaza’s Candid Discussion on Grief
Plaza addressed her grief on Amy Poehler’s Good Hang podcast, where Poehler allowed her space to speak candidly. She compared her mourning to the large chasm in the film that separates two snipers played by Miles Teller and Anya Taylor-Joy, saying the image—part jo...