Film Review – Marty, Life Is Short

In 2024, Steve Martin was the subject of a two-part documentary about his life and career. Martin’s good friend and show business partner, Martin Short, was featured heavily in the film, providing valuable insight and general silliness to best capture what makes their relationship work. Now Short has his own space to reflect on past achievements and emotional spaces, and Martin is there to support him. Director Lawrence Kasdan oversees “Marty, Life Is Short,” which is his first effort since 2012’s “Darling Companion,” returning behind the camera to take a good, long look at his dear friend and the incredible experience of life and love he’s enjoyed and endured over the years. The picture doesn’t take a scalpel to Short’s life and times, remaining very much in awe of the subject and his ability to persevere through so much, staying playful whenever possible. “Marty, Life Is Short” captures the magic of the man, but also offers access to a private life few have seen before. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com