Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story (2026)

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Blurring the line between performance and personal crisis, comedian Maria Bamford turns her mental health journey into material that’s riotously funny and ultimately inspiring. What emerges is a portrait of an artist transforming vulnerability into creative strength through honesty.

Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story

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Maria Bamford
Maria Bamford as Self Age 55 · Port Hueneme, California, USA Maria Bamford (born September 3, 1970) is an American actress and stand-up comedian. Her work has drawn critical acclaim and controversy because her humor often uses self-deprecating and dark topics,...
Director Judd Apatow
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