Documentary · United States of America · 2026 · 1h 56m

Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story

Director

Cast

Crew

Neil Berkeley — Director of Photography James Leche — Editor Judd Apatow — Producer Neil Berkeley — Producer Amanda Rohlke — Producer David Heiman — Producer

Synopsis

Blurring the line between performance and personal crisis, comedian Maria Bamford turns her mental health journey into material that’s riotously funny and ultimately inspiring. What emerges is a portrait of an artist transforming vulnerability into creative strength through honesty.

Key Collaborators

Judd Apatow Director Neil Berkeley Director Neil Berkeley Director of Photography James Leche Editor Judd Apatow Producer Neil Berkeley Producer Amanda Rohlke Producer David Heiman Producer

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