In this episode, GG Hawkins sits down with director Steven Feinartz and editor Derek Boonstra, two members of the team behind 'Are We Good?', an intimate documentary following comedian Marc Maron as he navigates grief, healing, and finding humor in the darkest moments. Together, they share how the project came to life, how they came together, the challenges of balancing comedy and vulnerability, and the ethical and emotional complexities of telling someone else’s deeply personal story.

The conversation explores the collaborative dynamic between director and editor, unexpected discoveries in the cutting room, and the powerful reactions the film has sparked in audiences. It’s an honest, behind-the-scenes look at crafting a documentary that’s as funny as it is profound.

In this episode, No Film School’s GG Hawkins and guests Steven and Derek discuss…

The inspiration and origin of Are We Good?

Navigating the balance between humor and grief

How editorial choices shaped the emotional arc of the film

Their creative collaboration and building trust in the edit room

Ethical considerations when working with such personal material

Surprising audience reactions and what they’ve learned from them

Advice for filmmakers on telling vulnerable, authentic stories

Guests:

Steven Feinartz

Derek Boonstra

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