Barry W Levy On The 5 Things You Need to Know to Become a Great Author

Kristin Marquet
Authority Magazine
Published in
8 min readMay 24, 2024

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Don’t believe in the concept of writer’s block. If you can’t figure out the next part, or how to start a story, write a really crappy version of what might go there.

As a part of this series, we had the pleasure of interviewing Barry Levy.

Barry Levy is a versatile filmmaker, actor, and writer with dual US/Canadian citizenship. He has earned acclaim for his work in both independent and mainstream cinema, collecting numerous awards along the way. As an actor, Levy’s career spans a wide range of roles, from serious portrayals like the ill-fated pilot in Flight 93 to comedic appearances in Scary Movie 4. He has also showcased his talent in popular TV shows such as The X-Files, Scandal, and Supernatural, demonstrating his ability to embody diverse characters, from hardened criminals to warm-hearted fathers.

Among his notable feature films are A&E’s Emmy Award-winning Flight 93, Riding the Bullet based on Stephen King’s work, the holiday favorite Christmas at Dollywood, and The Ex. Additionally, Levy’s filmography includes The Risen and Stan Douglas’ Win, Place, or Show, which received international recognition and was screened at prestigious venues worldwide, including

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Kristin Marquet
Authority Magazine

Publicist and author based in New York City. Founder and Creative Director of FemFounder.co and Marquet-Media.com.