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Benny Safdie

Benjamin Safdie (born February 24, 1986) is an American filmmaker, actor, and editor best known for his collaborations with his older brother, Josh Safdie. Together, the Safdie brothers have established themselves as leading voices in contemporary independent cinema with acclaimed films such as Heaven Knows What (2014), Good Time (2017), and Uncut Gems (2019). In addition to directing, Benny has pursued a parallel career as an actor. His performance in Good Time earned him a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male. He has since appeared in high-profile films including Paul Thomas Anderson’s Licorice Pizza (2021), Kelly Fremon Craig’s Are You There God? It’s Me, Margaret. (2023), and Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer (2023). On television, he co-created, co-wrote, and starred alongside Nathan Fielder and Emma Stone in the Showtime series The Curse (2023).
Born 1986-02-24 New York City, New York, USA Directing
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Marty Supreme
2025-12-19
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The Smashing Machine
2025-10-01
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Ren Faire
2024-06-02
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Pee-wee as Himself
2025-05-23
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Love Has Won: The Cult of Mother God
2023-11-13
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Telemarketers
2023-08-13
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The Neistat Brothers
2010-06-05
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Happy Gilmore 2
2025-07-25

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