Meet Marty Supreme director Josh Safdie’s famous brother Benny, plus their controversial split as collaborators
Josh Safdie could win his first Oscar at the 98th Academy Awards, or his first four. The 41-year-old director is nominated as writer, director, and producer of the sports comedy-drama, Marty Supreme. This is Josh’s first feature as a solo director after splitting from his partnership with his brother and fellow director, Benny Safdie. The two had previously collaborated as directorial partners, working on Uncut Gems, Heaven Knows What, and more. In early 2024, the brothers broke up their partnership. But, why did Benny and Josh decide to stop working together? Here’s everything we know about Benny Safdie and their controversial split as collaborators. © Getty Images Benny is Josh’s younger brother Benny was born on February 24, 1986, just two years after Josh. He and his brother were raised in New York, splitting time between Queens, where their dad lived, and Manhattan, with their mom. Like his big brother, Benny studied at the Boston University College of Communication, graduating in 2008. © Getty Images The Safdie brothers’ films In 2009, Benny and Josh’s first …

