Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story (2026) — film poster, directed by Judd Apatow

Paralyzed by Hope: The Maria Bamford Story

2026
1h 56min United States of America Feature
Directed by
Judd Apatow
Documentary
Not currently streaming on CaSTV

Synopsis

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.

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