Following the announcement of director Jeff Baena’s passing on January 4, his regular collaborators and friends started expressing their tributes to the influential figure in the indie comedy film industry. Adam Pally, who acted in Baena’s movies like “Life After Beth,“, “Joshy, “, and “The Little Hours, “, expressed his grief on January 5, initially teasingly as “the most scrappy basketball player with the worst jump shot you ever saw.” Later, Pally highlighted Baena’s impact on his life and career. In his Instagram post, he continued by saying, “He was a gifted director with exceptional taste and vision, a connector of people, a cultivator of opportunities, the one who always knew the best restaurant regardless of location. A gracious host with an unusually welcoming policy, a film expert, and above all, to me, a friend.
As a movie reviewer looking back on the career of the late director Baena, I can’t help but be reminded of the exceptional talent that was Molly Shannon, who graced many of his films including “Horse Girl.” In our final collaboration on “Spin Me Round,” she left behind a treasure trove of behind-the-scenes photos that serve as poignant reminders of our time together.
On the other hand, there’s Lauren Weedman, a stalwart of Baena’s film family since the release of “Joshy.” Struggling to find the right words to honor his memory, she ultimately chose to celebrate the unique camaraderie that he fostered on set. As she so eloquently put it: “He had an uncanny ability to bring people together, to create a vibrant, creative environment where real community thrived. I feel incredibly fortunate to have known him and to call him my friend.
On January 6, Baena’s spouse Aubrey Plaza, along with the Baena and Stern families, released a short statement expressing their profound gratitude for the support they’ve received in the face of an unbearable loss. They kindly ask for privacy as they navigate this difficult time.
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2025-01-07 05:53