Bert Stern: Original Madman (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2011, Bert Stern: Original Madman is a history and documentary film directed by Shannah Laumeister Stern, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. The untold and intimate life story of one of the greatest American photographers of all time, Bert Stern. After working alongside Stanley Kubrick at Look Magazine, Stern became an original Madison Avenue 'mad man', his images helping to create modern advertising. Ground-breaking photos of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton, Marilyn Monroe and Twiggy, coupled with his astonishing success in advertising, minted Stern as a celebrity in his own right.
Who’s in it. Bert Stern: Original Madman stars Bert Stern as Self, Louis Armstrong as Self (archive footage), Twiggy as Self and Woody Allen as Self - interviewer (archive footage), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Bert Stern: Original Madman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $32.9K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bert Stern: Original Madman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bert Stern: Original Madman tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bert Stern: Original Madman (2011)?
- In US, Bert Stern: Original Madman is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Bert Stern: Original Madman worth watching?
- Bert Stern: Original Madman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Bert Stern: Original Madman?
- Bert Stern: Original Madman stars Bert Stern, Louis Armstrong, Twiggy, Woody Allen and Marilyn Monroe.
- When was Bert Stern: Original Madman released?
- Bert Stern: Original Madman was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.