Slate Daily Feed Death, Sex & Money | Why Filmmaker Jay Duplass Had to (Kind of) Break Up With His Brother
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Sep 9, 2025 
Filmmaker Jay Duplass, known for his collaboration with his brother Mark, shares insights into his decision to go solo after two decades. He discusses the complexities of their partnership and the challenges of navigating creative independence. Jay passionately reflects on the inspiration behind his new indie rom-com, 'The Baltimoreons,' co-written with comedian Michael Strassner. He also touches on the emotional journey of tackling the film industry while balancing personal ambitions and family dynamics, revealing the bittersweet nature of artistic collaboration.
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Finding The Lead On Instagram
- Jay found Michael Strassner on Instagram and initially ignored the DM, later mentoring him on a short film.
- Their connection grew into co-writing and starring in The Baltimoreons after Jay saw Michael's vulnerability and comedic voice.
How Raising Arizona Shaped Jay
- Jay traces his desire to direct back to seeing Raising Arizona and learning two brothers made the film.
- That childhood revelation set him and Mark on a decades-long filmmaking partnership that shaped his career ambitions.
Mark's Acting Career Changed The Duo
- Jay recounts how Mark's rising acting career created distance and opportunity costs in their partnership.
- He describes feeling stalled and needing to make a movie alone as Mark took more acting work.