Benny Safdie
Intel File

Born:
Feb 24, 1986

Age: 40 Alive

From:
New York City, New York, USA

Department:
Directing

Total Credits: 128

Avg Rating: 6.9

Links
Top Rated

The Adventures of Slater's Friend

10

Benny Safdie

Also known as: Ben Safdie, The Safdie Brothers, Benjamin Safdie

Biography

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).

Developed By : NJPWELDER (WEBDEV)