Public Speaking
Synopsis
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.
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HBO Documentary Films: Public Speaking Trailer (HBO)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-11-16
Top Cast
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Fran Lebowitz
Self
Pablo Picasso
Self (archive footage)
Pablo Casals
Self (archive footage)
Thelonious Monk
Self (archive footage)
James Baldwin
Self (archive footage)
Serge Gainsbourg
Self (archive footage)
Candy Darling
Self (archive footage)
Andy Warhol
Self (archive footage)
Truman Capote
Self (archive footage)
Jack Paar
Self (archive footage)
Oscar Levant
Self (archive footage)
Lisa Robinson
Self (archive footage)
William F. Buckley Jr.
Self (archive footage)
Cole Porter
Self (archive footage)
Eugene O'Neill
Self (archive footage)
S.J. Perelman
Self (archive footage)
Dorothy Parker
Self (archive footage)
James Thurber
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 23, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Martin Scorsese
- Original Title
- Public Speaking
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 22m
- Production Studios
- Consolidated Documentaries, Sikelia Productions, Café Lebowitz, American Express Portraits
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Martin Scorsese
Ellen Kuras, Lisa Rinzler
David Tedeschi, Damian Rodriguez
Fran Lebowitz, Martin Scorsese, Margaret Bodde, Graydon Carter, Ted Griffin
Department Leadership Roster
Martin Scorsese
Director
David Tedeschi
Editor
Damian Rodriguez
Editor
Fran Lebowitz
Producer
Martin Scorsese
Producer
Margaret Bodde
Producer
Graydon Carter
Producer
Ellen Kuras
Director of Photography
Emma Tillinger Koskoff
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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What is Public Speaking about?
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.
Who directed Public Speaking?
Public Speaking was directed by Martin Scorsese.
Who stars in Public Speaking?
The principal cast of Public Speaking includes Fran Lebowitz, Pablo Picasso, Pablo Casals, Thelonious Monk, James Baldwin.
When was Public Speaking released and how long is it?
Public Speaking was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 22m.