Year: 2026
Director: Bart Simpson
Producer: Ina Fichman
Co-Producer: Aimara Reques
Executive Producer: Mark Thomas
Production Companies: Aconite Productions, Intuitive Pictures Productions
Screen Scotland support: The film accessed £99,300 through Screen Scotland’s Film Development and Production Fund
Synopsis
A vivid, immersive and visually striking portrait of a key contributor to the satirical Mad magazine and the publication’s far-reaching influence on culture. Rich in history, art, politics and thoughtful reflections from contributors including Terry Gilliam, the late Stan Lee and Robert Crumb, this is a compelling, insightful exploration of counterculture, commerce and creative compromise.
The documentary features contributions from: Harvey Kurtzman, Adele Kurtzman, Nellie Kurtzman, Terry Gilliam, Robert Crumb, Denis Kitchen, Al Jaffee, Sarah Downs and Jim Warren.
More information
Premiere: The film will have its World Premiere at the Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) in August 2026.
Image credits: Still courtesy of EIFF