Public Speaking(2011)
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.
Public Speaking (2011) is a documentary film directed by Martin Scorsese, released on February 23, 2011 with a runtime of 1h 22m. It stars Fran Lebowitz, Pablo Picasso, Pablo Casals and Thelonious Monk. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 63 ratings.
- Director:
- Martin Scorsese
- Producers:
- Martin Scorsese, Margaret Bodde, Graydon Carter
- Cinematographer:
- Ellen Kuras
- Production:
- Consolidated Documentaries, Sikelia Productions, Café Lebowitz, American Express Portraits
- Status:
- Released
Public Speaking (2011) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Public Speaking before you stream it.
Public Speaking Cast & Crew
Main cast
Fran Lebowitz
as Self
Pablo Picasso
as Self (archive footage)
- Pablo Casals
Pablo Casals
as Self (archive footage)
Thelonious Monk
as Self (archive footage)
James Baldwin
as Self (archive footage)
Serge Gainsbourg
as Self (archive footage)
Candy Darling
as Self (archive footage)
Andy Warhol
as Self (archive footage)
Truman Capote
as Self (archive footage)
Jack Paar
as Self (archive footage)
Oscar Levant
as Self (archive footage)
- Lisa Robinson
Lisa Robinson
as Self (archive footage)
Key crew
Directed by Martin Scorsese, produced by Martin Scorsese, Margaret Bodde and Graydon Carter.
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Public Speaking Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 63 ratings.
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Public Speaking – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Public Speaking?
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The main cast of Public Speaking (2011) includes Fran Lebowitz, Pablo Picasso, Pablo Casals, Thelonious Monk and James Baldwin. The film was directed by Martin Scorsese. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Public Speaking released?
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Public Speaking was released on February 23, 2011 and runs for 1h 22m.
Is Public Speaking worth watching?
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Public Speaking (2011) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 63 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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