Actor and comedian Zach Woods discusses his roots in improv, playing awkward guys and his latest roles in “Downhill,” starring Julia Louis-Dreyfus and Will Ferrell, and HBO’s “Avenue 5.” The dark comedy “Downhill” follows a family in turmoil after an avalanche hits their ski resort. Woods opens up about everything from why he isn’t on social media and why he thinks everyone should try improv.

“Downhill” is in theaters February 14.