Dan Levy's latest comedy-drama film, Good Grief, has garnered widespread praise from audiences since its release on Netflix. Levy took on the roles of writer, director, and star in the poignant movie, which explores a man's journey to acceptance following the loss of his husband.
Levy, known for works like Schitt’s Creek, Happiest Season, Sex Education, and Haunted Mansion, takes a significant creative turn with Good Grief. Although the film premiered in theatres on December 29, 2023, it is gaining attention from many Netflix subscribers who are now discovering and appreciating it on the platform.
Netflix fans in “streams of tears” after Dan Levy’s Good Grief
X/Twitter is currently flooded with positive reactions to Good Grief, with one commentator declaring Levy’s Netflix outing “a pure masterpiece.”
Check out the new film on Netflix, #GoodGrief, written, directed, and beautifully acted by @danjlevy. It is a true masterpiece that explores themes of love, loss, and friendship. "To avoid sadness is also to avoid love." - Laura Stewart (@lstewy) January 7, 2024
Another user expressed, "Good Grief was a beautifully written and phenomenal film. I hope to see more work from Daniel Levy in the future. Ruth Negga and Himesh Patel were fantastic as well." A third user urged, "Stop what you're doing and watch Good Grief on Netflix. Dan Levy has once again delivered a captivating film that explores introspective themes of love and loss."
"I just watched Good Grief on Netflix and it's so emotional but amazing!" exclaimed a fourth.
"I've experienced a whirlwind of emotions watching Good Grief," echoed a fifth. "I loved it, even though I cried multiple times."
"Good Grief is a heartfelt directorial debut from Dan Levy," stated a sixth.
Netflix’s flurry of high-profile flicks
A seventh person agreed, "I’m going to need Dan Levy to write, direct, and star in so much more, ‘cause this was SO F’KIN GOOD." Many pro-Good Grief posts also referenced a key quote from the comedy-drama: “To avoid sadness is to avoid love.”
Levy's movie is just one of the recent high-profile releases on Netflix. Alongside the Julia Roberts-led thriller "Leave the World Behind," there is also Zack Snyder's expansive space opera "Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire."
Furthermore, "Rebel Moon" is scheduled to be released on Netflix twice, with an extended director's cut planned for 2024. Snyder hinted at this highly anticipated version of the film in a recent interview, calling it "fun and subversive."
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Editor's P/S
As a Gen Z fan, I am thrilled to see Dan Levy's latest masterpiece, Good Grief, receiving the recognition it deserves. Levy's ability to write, direct, and star in such a poignant and emotionally charged film is truly remarkable. The film's exploration of love, loss, and friendship resonates deeply with me and many others, sparking a wave of positive reactions on social media. The quote from the film, "To avoid sadness is to avoid love," perfectly encapsulates the film's message and has become a talking point among fans. I highly recommend Good Grief to anyone seeking a thought-provoking and heartwarming cinematic experience.
Furthermore, the success of Good Grief on Netflix highlights the platform's commitment to diverse and high-quality content. Alongside Levy's film, Netflix has recently released other notable titles such as the Julia Roberts-led thriller "Leave the World Behind" and Zack Snyder's expansive space opera "Rebel Moon – Part One: A Child of Fire." The upcoming extended director's cut of "Rebel Moon" in 2024 further demonstrates Netflix's dedication to providing its subscribers with a wide range of captivating content. As a Gen Z fan, I am excited to see what other gems Netflix has in store for us in the future.