Photo: 'It Takes a Lunatic'/Netflix When I think of documentaries, I often associate them with heavy subject matter and a dramatic tone. Many of my favorite documentaries center around conspiracy theories and topics like injustice. While these films are certainly worthy of discussion and analysis, they can be draining. Sometimes, you need something a little less intense to relax you, especially in these anxious times. It Takes a Lunatic is low on the intensity and high on the heartwarming content. It centers on the life and accomplishments of acclaimed acting teacher Wynn Handman, who you probably aren’t familiar with unless you’re well-versed in the theater world. Handman not only taught successful actors, such as Alec Baldwin and Michael Douglas, but he co-founded his own theater. For decades, The American Place Theater was home to some of New York City’s most well-known plays, and Handman...
- 9/17/2020
- by Joshua Valdez
- Hollywood Insider - Substance & Meaningful Entertainment
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