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Benny Safdie

Feb 24, 1986 (39 years old) in New York City, New York, USA

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).

Known For

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Oppenheimer
Edward Teller
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Happy Gilmore 2
Frank Manatee
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Mr. Scorsese
Self
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Obi-Wan Kenobi
Nari
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The Odyssey
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Licorice Pizza
Joel Wachs
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Pieces of a Woman
Chris
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Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.
Herbert Simon
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The Curse
Dougie Schecter
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Togetherness
Craddock Brother #2

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