USA
Josh Safdie
10 films · 2008 to 2025
Born 3 April 1984, New York City, New York, USA
Joshua Henry Safdie (born April 3, 1984) is an American filmmaker and screenwriter, best known for his work with his younger brother, Benny Safdie, as one half of the acclaimed Safdie Brothers. Together, they developed a reputation for raw, urgent storytelling in films such as Heaven Knows What (2014), Good Time (2017), and Uncut Gems (2019). In 2024, it was reported that the Safdie Brothers would no longer co-direct and would instead pursue solo projects. Josh's first feature since the split,
Defining films
In their own words
We pulled a lot from Brian De Palma, especially his use of sound and how he builds tension. You can feel that in 'Good Time.'
