

Public Speaking
- Documentary
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.
Public Speaking is Martin Scorsese's 2011 documentary portrait of writer and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, exploring her sharp wit and observations on contemporary life through interviews, archival footage, and candid monologues filmed at New York's Waverly Inn.
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Fran LebowitzSelf
Pablo PicassoSelf (archive footage)- Pablo CasalsSelf (archive footage)
Thelonious MonkSelf (archive footage)
James BaldwinSelf (archive footage)
Serge GainsbourgSelf (archive footage)
Candy DarlingSelf (archive footage)
Andy WarholSelf (archive footage)
Truman CapoteSelf (archive footage)
Jack PaarSelf (archive footage)
Oscar LevantSelf (archive footage)- Lisa RobinsonSelf (archive footage)
William F. Buckley Jr.Self (archive footage)
Cole PorterSelf (archive footage)
Eugene O'NeillSelf (archive footage)

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When was Public Speaking released?
Public Speaking premiered on February 23, 2011.
Who directed Public Speaking?
Martin Scorsese directed the documentary.
What is Public Speaking about?
The film is a portrait of writer and social commentator Fran Lebowitz, capturing her distinctive worldview through spontaneous monologues, public appearances, and interviews combined with archival footage.
Where can I watch Public Speaking?
Public Speaking is available on HBO, where it originally premiered, and may be available through other streaming services or digital rental platforms.









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