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Born:
- Birthday: 1986-02-24
- Born Place: New York City, New York, USA
Also Known As:
Ben Safdie, The Safdie Brothers, Benjamin Safdie, Benjamin 'Benny' Safdie
Benny Safdie
Benny Safdie is an American film director, screenwriter, actor, and editor, born on February 24, 1986, in New York City. He is widely known for his collaborative work with his elder brother, Josh Safdie, forming the acclaimed filmmaking duo the Safdie brothers. Together, they have written and directed gritty, New York-set independent films such as "Heaven Knows What" (2014), "Good Time" (2017) starring Robert Pattinson, and the critically lauded "Uncut Gems" (2019) featuring Adam Sandler.In recent years, Benny Safdie has increasingly taken on significant acting roles beyond his directorial projects, earning praise for his versatile performances. He received an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Male for his role in "Good Time." His acting credits include Paul Thomas Anderson's "Licorice Pizza" (2021), the Disney+ miniseries "Obi-Wan Kenobi" (2022), the impactful role of Edward Teller in Christopher Nolan's Oscar-winning "Oppenheimer" (2023), and the widely praised film adaptation "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." (2023). He also co-created, co-wrote, and starred in the critically acclaimed television series "The Curse" (2023). Safdie is set to appear in the upcoming "Happy Gilmore 2" (2025) and will reunite with Christopher Nolan for "The Odyssey" (2026). His distinct directorial style, characterized by intense, realistic narratives, and his compelling acting performances have established him as a significant voice in contemporary cinema.
