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198885 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.4/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Performance Arts

Driving Me Crazy

198885 minNot Rateddocumentary

6.4/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Rehearsals for a new musical in New York City become chaotic as filmmaker Nick Broomfield captures the conflicts and challenges faced by the cast and crew.

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Rehearsals for a new musical in New York City become chaotic as filmmaker Nick Broomfield captures the conflicts and challenges faced by the cast and crew.

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Nick Broomfield

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André Heller

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Graciela Danielecast

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George Faisoncast

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Rehearsals for a new musical in New York City spiral into chaos as filmmaker Nick Broomfield documents the behind-the-scenes turmoil. Cast and crew grapple with clashing egos and tight budget constraints that threaten the production's success. Tension mounts as the team faces unexpected challenges, revealing the unpredictable nature of theatrical creation. Broomfield's candid approach captures the struggles and conflicts that arise during this ambitious project, questioning its viability as the show unfolds.

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