How Josh Hutcherson Shaped His Character in "I Love LA"
Josh Hutcherson joined Rachel Sennott’s HBO comedy “I Love LA” later than usual, stepping in during a recast after the pilot was filmed. Despite the late start, he played a key role in developing his character, Dylan, the long-term live-in partner of Sennott's Maia, alongside Rachel Sennott and co-showrunner Emma Barrie.
Creating a Unique Character
Hutcherson explained their collective approach to Dylan’s personality:
“We very quickly all got on the same page, which was we didn’t want Dylan to just be the square, the boring, nothing guy. We wanted to find some textures to him that felt funny and dynamic and different, rather than something that we’ve seen before.”
Character Development Process
As they developed Dylan's role, Hutcherson, Sennott, and Barrie explored the character beyond the initial portrayal by Miles Robbins in the pilot. They focused on understanding Dylan's core traits, desires, and his relationship with Maia, allowing the character to evolve beyond the script.
Insights on Dylan
- Dylan is not meant to be just a stereotypical "square."
- The team aimed to give him distinct, dynamic qualities.
- The character’s motivations and personality were expanded through collaboration.
Author's summary: Josh Hutcherson’s collaborative approach turned Dylan into a multi-dimensional character, avoiding clichés and adding humor and depth to “I Love LA.”
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