‘The Gorge’ director Scott Derrickson reacts to Aubrey Plaza’s heartfelt connection to the film after husband Jeff Baena’s death : It was very touching…’

Director Scott Derrickson expressed empathy for Aubrey Plaza after she shared how ‘The Gorge’ helped her process the grief of losing her husband, Jeff Baena. Plaza likened her emotions to the film’s central chasm during a podcast appearance. Baena, a director and screenwriter, tragically passed away in January, prompting tributes from the entertainment industry.