EVENTS

The Mad World of Harvey Kurtzman

Bart Simpson

Venue

EIFF @ Cineworld

Dates

17–18 Aug 2026

Time

Times vary · 110min

Price

from £3

Vivid, immersive and visually striking portrait of the founder of the satirical publication Mad magazine and its far-reaching influence on some of the most prominent contemporary artists. Kurtzman’s commitment to integrity and challenging the status quo with humour, edge and resilience is a hymn for our times. Rich in historical context, artistic expression, contemporary politics and artfully weaving thoughtful reflections from contributors including Terry Gilliam, the late Stan Lee and Robert Crumb, this is a compelling, insightful exploration of counterculture, commerce and creative compromise and the power of conviction in raw truth and honesty.