Episode 156: Thank You Very Much Documentary w/ Director Alex Braverman Andy Kaufman's provocative comedy often outraged audiences, challenging them to confront their own presumptions. Through never-before-seen footage and intimate recollections, filmmaker Alex Braverman explores Kaufman’s brief but impactful life and career. As the lines between performance and reality blur in our present age, Kaufman’s genius resonates more than ever.Alex Braverman began his career as a documentary cameraman, capturing a wide range of subjects, from homicide investigations to wildlife migrations and celebrity chefs. He later transitioned into producing and directing, with credits that include VICE on HBO, the Netflix series Diagnosis, and Waffles + Mochi, produced by Barack and Michelle Obama. Braverman's work has earned four Emmy nominations and a Peabody Award.CreditsStephen Bluhm - Sound Engineer/Episode Editor ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.stephenbluhm.fun⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Rich WexlerProducer/Interviewer ⁠⁠⁠http://www.vintageannalsarchive.comOtter Castro - Body Episode Editor Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vintageannalsarchiveandpodcast?igsh=MTh5bnF4ZGxob25mbg==

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