Thank You Very Much (film) explained

Director:Alex Braverman
Music:Christopher Bear
Cinematography:Brandon Somerhalder
Jeremy Leach
Editing:Alan Lowe
Jarad Jeter

Thank You Very Much is a 2023 documentary film directed by Alex Braverman. A portrait of Andy Kaufman's personal life and career, it premiered at the 80th edition of the Venice Film Festival.

Synopsis

The film analyzes both Andy Kaufman's career and life in a non-strictly linear structure,[1] with rare and never-before-seen footage,[2] and also investigates his life events and choices from a psychological perspective.[3] Interwees in the film include longtime collaborator Bob Zmuda, romantic partner Lynne Margulies, and actors Steve Martin, Danny DeVito, and Marilu Henner.

Production

Braveman decided to make the documentary after he got possession of some unreleased archival material about Kaufman, and felt 'there was still a bigger story to tell' about him. The film was co-produced by Safdie brothers and Morgan Neville.[4]

Release

The film had its world premiere at the 80th Venice International Film Festival in the Venice Classics sidebar, where it was awarded best documentary film.[5] It was the second documentary to be screened at the Venice Festival after , which premiered at the 74th Venice International Film Festival.[6]

Reception

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Notes and References

  1. News: Fienberg . Daniel . 'Thank You Very Much' Review: An Andy Kaufman Doc That Errs on the Side of Over-Explanation . 8 June 2024 . . 31 August 2023.
  2. News: Perez . Rodrigo . 'Thank You Very Much' Review: Gonzo Comedian Andy Kaufman' Is Finally Understood & Yet Remains An Enigma [Telluride] ]. 8 June 2024 . theplaylist.net . 1 September 2024 .
  3. News: Zilko . Christian . 'Thank You Very Much' Review: Andy Kaufman Doc Is a Conventional Tribute to Artist Who Loathed Convention . 8 June 2024 . . 31 August 2023.
  4. News: Wray . Daniel Dylan . "I Cry Every Time": Josh Safdie on the Legacy of Comedian Andy Kaufman . 8 June 2024 . . 17 April 2024 . en.
  5. News: Lattanzio . Ryan . 'Poor Things' Wins Venice Film Festival Golden Lion — See All the Winners Here . 8 June 2024 . . 9 September 2023.
  6. News: Gleiberman . Owen . 'Thank You Very Much' Review: A Documentary Chronicles the Life and Career of Andy Kaufman — but More Than That, It Understands Him . 8 June 2024 . . 31 August 2023.
  7. Web site: Thank You Very Much . . 8 June 2024 . en.