Movie

Public Speaking

★ 7/10 · 63 votes 2011 1h 22m Released

Documentary

Martin Scorsese’s portrait of writer and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, celebrated for her sharp wit and observations on modern life. Filmed at New York’s Waverly Inn and intercut with archival footage and interviews, the documentary captures Lebowitz’s distinctive worldview through her spontaneous monologues and public appearances.

Cast

Fran Lebowitz Self Pablo Picasso Self (archive footage) P Pablo Casals Self (archive footage) Thelonious Monk Self (archive footage) James Baldwin Self (archive footage) Serge Gainsbourg Self (archive footage)