Lawrence Michael Levine (born 1976)[1] is an American actor, writer, and filmmaker, best known for writing and directing the films Gabi on the Roof in July,[2] Wild Canaries, and Black Bear.

In 2005, Levine wrote, produced, and directed his debut film Territory, based on his stage play of the same name.

Critic Aaron West of eFilmCritic wrote of the film, "The off-Broadway version is undoubtedly the more appropriate medium for this story, and if given a choice, I would rather see it there.

[6] His most recent film, Black Bear, stars Christopher Abbott, Sarah Gadon and Aubrey Plaza.

[7] In addition to his own films, Levine has also acted in such pictures as Richard's Wedding, Takal's Green, All the Light in the Sky, and V/H/S/2 (segment "Tape 49"), and appears in the second season of the anthology series Easy.