Awards
“Manchester by the Sea” director Kenneth Lonergan describes jumping into the “river” of creativity with the actors who bring to life his characters.
Dec. 28, 2016
Television
Kenneth Lonergan is not the first name that comes to mind when you think “stately period piece.”
April 5, 2018
Director Kenneth Lonergan discusses the setting of “Manchester By the Sea,” and how the location helped beef up the film’s story.
Dec. 8, 2016
WATCH: Director Kenneth Lonergan talks about Michelle Williams’ performance in “Manchester By The Sea” with L.A.
“Manchester By the Sea” director Kenneth Lonergan discusses writing a quiet character and working with actor Casey Affleck to bring him to life.
Books
The nonprofit literary organization PEN America announced on Monday the creation of the PEN/Mike Nichols Writing for Performance Award, with playwright and screenwriter Kenneth Lonergan named as the inaugural winner.
Feb. 26, 2019
Movies
Powerful, emotional filmmaking that leaves a scar, Kenneth Lonergan’s “Manchester by the Sea” is heartbreaking yet somehow heartening, a film that just wallops you with its honesty, its authenticity and its access to despair.
Nov. 17, 2016
Casey Affleck has questions. Kenneth Lonergan also has questions.
Nov. 29, 2016
“Manchester By The Sea” director Kenneth Lonergan talks about collaborating with Casey Affleck on the film, comparing him to a Columbo-like detective who investigates scenes.
With warm humor and perceptive writing, director Kenneth Lonergan displays a gift for creating realistic characters and a compelling story.
Nov. 10, 2000