EX15+
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99m
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Synopsis
Despite claiming that he “never told a joke in his life”, Andy Kaufman’s influence on comedy is indisputable. His singular style of confounding, transgressive, cringe-inducing stand-up, for which he became famous in the 1970s, blurred the boundaries between reality and fiction. His persona was so mystifying that many fans still believe that his tragically early death from cancer at the age of 35 was all a big hoax – his most committed prank yet.
Produced by the Safdie brothers (Uncut Gems, Good Time) and directed by Alex Braverman, whose father produced Kaufman’s 1979 Carnegie Hall special, this award-winning documentary seeks to understand the enigmatic comedian by interviewing those who knew him best. Co-stars, collaborators and friends of Kaufman like Steve Martin, Danny DeVito, Laurie Anderson, James L. Brooks, Bob Zmuda, Kaufman’s girlfriend Lynne Marguiles and many more share their stories of this indefinable artist whose influence still very much resonates today.
Opening Date
Monday, Dec 15, 2025
Rating
EX15+
Length
99m
Reviews
Braverman celebrates the comedian’s uproarious art while probing the anguish that fuelled it.
Great footage, great stories.
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