Lawrence Kasdan tells Martin Short's story with full access and an easy intimacy, while Morgan Neville's portrait of SNL creator Lorne Michaels relies on the insights of friends and collaborators.
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'Marty: Life is Short' and 'Lorne' offer differing takes on the celebrity documentary
Lawrence Kasdan tells Martin Short's story with full access and an easy intimacy, while Morgan Neville's portrait of <em>SNL</em> creator Lorne Michaels relies on the insights of friends and collaborators.
Published June 10, 2026, 4:09 PM
Updated June 10, 2026, 4:21 PM1.7K
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