Average work score
Benny Safdie
Average work score
We rate the works, not the person. Woke Scores describe themes in movies and shows directed by Benny Safdie. They do not label this director as “woke” or represent their personal beliefs.
The average counts each movie or show once, using the analyzed seasons this director worked on when available.
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).
Career Woke Trend
Average scores of directed works by release year. Analyzed seasons appear in their respective years.
Filmography
Analyzed movies and shows directed by Benny Safdie. Season credits are shown separately.
