‘Mr. Scorsese’ Is a Joy to Watch (Unless You’re Martin Scorsese)

‘Mr. Scorsese’ Documentary Overview

Director Rebecca Miller discusses her work on the Apple TV+ documentary miniseries Scorsese, which captures the life and career of the legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese. The series is a rare and intimate look at one of cinema's greatest artists.

Key Collaborators Featured

Joe Pesci notably declined to participate.

Insight into Scorsese's Life

The series includes candid interviews with Scorsese, who opened up about his 1980s drug problems, struggles with faith, early mob experiences, complex family relationships, and his wife Helen Morris's battle with Parkinson's disease.

Highlights of the Documentary

Scorsese offers an engaging behind-the-scenes view of the making of iconic films such as GoodFellas, The Wolf of Wall Street, and Raging Bull.

“To spend such a long time talking to this artist—it's like you are learning about his life, but you're also learning about film and all the films that influenced him. So there was almost like a going to graduate school quality about it.” – Rebecca Miller, on directing the documentary

Director's Approach

Rebecca Miller achieved a remarkable level of honesty and depth in the documentary by building trust with Scorsese and his close collaborators, resulting in a portrayal unmatched by current film projects.

Author's summary: This documentary provides a rare, deeply personal look at Martin Scorsese's life and legacy, blending intimate interviews with behind-the-scenes insights into his most celebrated films.

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GQ GQ — 2025-11-04

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