History of Benny Safdie in Timeline
Benjamin "Benny" Safdie is an American filmmaker, actor, and editor, best known for his collaborations with his brother Josh as the Safdie Brothers. Together, they've directed critically acclaimed films like *Heaven Knows What*, *Good Time*, and *Uncut Gems*. Safdie has increasingly focused on acting, earning a nomination for his role in *Good Time* and appearing in films like *Licorice Pizza* and *Oppenheimer*. He also co-created, co-wrote and starred in the television series *The Curse*.
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February 24, 1986: Benjamin Safdie's Birth
On February 24, 1986, Benjamin Safdie was born. He is an American filmmaker, film editor, and actor known for directing films with his brother Josh.
2008: Graduation from Boston University
In 2008, Benny Safdie graduated from the Boston University College of Communication.
2009: Release of 'Daddy Longlegs'
In 2009, the Safdies' first feature film, "Daddy Longlegs", was released, which they also wrote and edited. The film was showcased at the 2009 Cannes Film Festival.
2013: Debut of 'Lenny Cooke' at Tribeca Film Festival
In 2013, the documentary film "Lenny Cooke" debuted at the Tribeca Film Festival. The Safdie brothers became attached to the project after Cooke approached them to review the footage.
2014: Premiere of 'Heaven Knows What' at Venice International Film Festival
In 2014, Benny Safdie and his brother premiered their film "Heaven Knows What" at the 71st Venice International Film Festival.
2014: Directing 'Heaven Knows What'
In 2014, Benny Safdie directed the film "Heaven Knows What" with his brother Josh.
February 2016: Filming of 'Good Time' Begins
In February 2016, Benny Safdie and his brother began filming their crime thriller film "Good Time", in which Benny starred alongside Robert Pattinson, in New York City.
2017: Appearance in 'Person to Person'
In 2017, Benny Safdie began taking on performances not directed by himself or Josh, appearing in a role in the film "Person to Person".
2017: Directing and Acting in 'Good Time'
In 2017, Benny Safdie directed and acted in "Good Time" with his brother Josh. He was later nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his role in the film.
2017: 'Good Time' Premieres at Cannes Film Festival
In 2017, the film "Good Time" premiered at the Cannes Film Festival, where it competed for the Palme d'Or. Benny Safdie was nominated for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Supporting Male for his performance.
2019: Directing 'Uncut Gems'
In 2019, Benny Safdie directed the film "Uncut Gems" with his brother Josh.
2020: Appearance in 'Pieces of a Woman'
In 2020, Benny Safdie appeared in "Pieces of a Woman".
2021: Role in 'Licorice Pizza'
In 2021, Benny Safdie had a large supporting role in the Paul Thomas Anderson film "Licorice Pizza".
2022: Appearance in 'Stars at Noon' and 'Obi-Wan Kenobi'
In 2022, Benny Safdie appeared in Claire Denis' romantic thriller "Stars at Noon", and as Nari in the Disney+ miniseries "Obi-Wan Kenobi".
November 2023: Premiere of 'The Curse'
In November 2023, the Showtime series "The Curse", co-created by Benny Safdie and Nathan Fielder, premiered. Safdie also starred in the show, which received critical acclaim. He earned an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Supporting Performance in a New Scripted Series for his work on "The Curse".
2023: Acting in 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.' and 'Oppenheimer' and Co-creating 'The Curse'
In 2023, Benny Safdie acted in films such as "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret." and "Oppenheimer". He also co-created, co-wrote, and starred in the television series "The Curse".
2023: Roles in 'Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.' and 'Oppenheimer'
In 2023, Benny Safdie starred in the film adaptation "Are You There God? It's Me, Margaret.", and appeared as Edward Teller in "Oppenheimer", directed by Christopher Nolan.
2025: Release of 'The Smashing Machine'
In 2025, Benny Safdie's next directorial effort, "The Smashing Machine", starring Dwayne Johnson, is set to be released by A24.
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