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Community Member Produces Groundbreaking Film

CMD Community Member, Steve Way, serves as Executive Producer for the award-winning film, Good Bad Things. The romantic comedy is set to be released in 50 AMC Theatres across the United States on August 15 at 7PM (Local Time) and August 18 at 2PM (Local Time). Purchase your tickets before they sell out!


Disclaimer: This film is not yet rated and is intended for mature audiences. Viewer discretion is advised.

A physically disabled man is being held by a dark-haired woman in a pool. Overlaid on the photo are the locations where the movie will be playing at AMC Theatres across the U.S. on August 15th. Additional awards and accolades of the film from various film festivals are included at the bottom of the image.
Executive Producer, Steve Way, releases groundbreaking film in 50 theaters across the U.S.

This groundbreaking film follows Danny (Danny Kurtzman), an entrepreneur living with a physical disability who reluctantly tries a dating app. An unexpected match with Madi (Jessica Parker Kennedy), an enigmatic photographer, challenges him to be vulnerable and sparks a profound journey of self-acceptance with the support of his long-time best friend, Jason (Brett Dier). To learn more, visit goodbadthings.com.


Good Bad Things is an opportunity for our community to see authentic representation of disability depicted on the big screen. The film is projected to have a significant impact showcasing real, lived experiences, and celebrates the power of true-to-life stories. This film expects to resonate with many and highlights the importance of inclusivity and accurate portrayals of disability in the media and entertainment industry.


Lead actor, Kurtzman, attributes his lifelong friendship and shared experiences as motivation to exhibit those memories for all to see on-screen. “This film is a testament to that friendship, and a unique portrayal of disability, which I hope all audiences will connect with,” Kurtzman says. “We have received such amazing validation within the disabled community that this story needs to not only be told, but reach people all across the world with our message of love and self-worth.”


It was an easy decision for CMD Community Member, Steve Way, to join the team. “Being Executive Producer of Good Bad Things has been one of my life’s highest honors and accomplishments,” expresses Way. “This movie represents an entire community by telling a story that has never been seen before. I am so privileged to help spread this beautiful film around the world.”


About Steve Way

Caucasian male wearing a black t-shirt, glasses, & a breathing device over his nose and a neck support pillow.
CMD Community Member Steve Way

Steve Way has been a long-time stand-up, motivational speaker, and an advocate for disability rights and universal healthcare. In addition to his memorable performance in the award-winning Hulu comedy, Ramy, he re-teamed with friend and creative collaborator, Ramy Youssef, alongside Judd Apatow, Universal TV, and A24, on Dystrophia, a new TV project loosely inspired by Way’s experiences living with muscular dystrophy. The half-hour series delves into the challenges of being a young man while navigating family dynamics, romance, and the complex bureaucratic healthcare system.

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