Director Explains Pete Davidson's Omission from Lorne Doc

Director Morgan Neville has explained that scheduling conflicts and an abundance of interview material led to the exclusion of former Saturday Night Live cast member Pete Davidson from his new documentary, Lorne, which explores the life and legacy of the show's creator, Lorne Michaels. The film, released on April 17 and now playing in theaters nationwide through Focus Features, features insights from numerous SNL alumni but prioritizes a focused portrait of Michaels himself.

Neville, in an interview with People magazine published on April 18, described the production process as overwhelming due to the wealth of contributors eager to share their experiences. "I interviewed so many people for the film, and at a certain point, after I'd interviewed John Mulaney and he had said everything he had said, I just didn't know where we were gonna put more voices," Neville said. "It just felt like it was full, you know?" He noted that Davidson was unavailable when filming began, adding to the logistical challenges. The director recalled the difficulty of selecting voices amid "an embarrassment of riches," with countless SNL figures ready to participate.

The documentary includes interviews...