THU, OCT 11, 7p:
Miami Encore Screenings!
LOVE, GILDA
Documentary by LISA D’APOLITO/2018/86mins.
In her own words, comedienne Gilda Radner reflects on her life and career. Weaving together her recently discovered audiotapes, interviews with friends (Chevy Chase, Lorne Michaels, Laraine Newman, Paul Shaffer and Martin Short), rare home movies and diaries read by modern-day comedians inspired by Gilda (Bill Hader, Amy Poehler, Maya Rudolph and Cecily Strong), LOVE, GILDA opens up a unique window into the honest and whimsical world of a beloved performer whose greatest role was sharing her story.
OFFICIAL SELECTION:
2018 Tribeca Film Festival - Opening Night – World Premiere
2018 Hot Docs - International Premiere. 2018 NorthWest Fest
2018 Seattle Film Festival
“Love, Gilda is a touching reminder of an iridescent star who shined brightly but for far too short a time. You'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll leave the theater wanting to dive down the YouTube rabbit hole of Gilda Radner.”
-Brandon Katz, New York Observer