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Chris O'Dowd on his new film about grief and loss
You might remember Chris O’Dowd as the the friendly Irish cop in “Bridesmaids.” But in the new film “Love After Love,” his character is dealing with the death of his father. In his grief, he lashes out at the people he loves most.
By Madeleine Brand • • 48m ListenYou might remember Chris O’Dowd as the the friendly Irish cop in “Bridesmaids.” But in the new film “Love After Love,” his character is dealing with the death of his father. In his grief, he lashes out at the people he loves most.
Photo of actor Chris O'Dowd at KCRW by Amy Ta.
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