Who Is the Real Martin Short?

Who Is the Real Martin Short?

6 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 2017

He’s a legend, a comic genius, and a national treasure… but who is the real Martin Short? This film goes straight to the source in an attempt to get to know the person behind the persona. It looks at the inspiration for some of Short’s favourite roles and uncovers the depth of his talent for observing, absorbing and developing idiosyncratic characters.

Who Is the Real Martin Short?

6 mins | Documentary | Jan. 1, 2017

Who Is the Real Martin Short?
He’s a legend, a comic genius, and a national treasure… but who is the real Martin Short? This film goes straight to the source in an attempt to get to know the person behind the persona. It looks at the inspiration for some of Short’s favourite roles and uncovers the depth of his talent for observing, absorbing and developing idiosyncratic characters.
Producers National Film Board of Canada
Original title Who Is the Real Martin Short?
Directors Aleysa Young
Writers