How to Come Alive with Norman Mailer

A searing portrait of America’s most controversial and bestselling author of the 20th century, Norman Mailer. Prophet, hedonist, violent criminal, literary outlaw, and social provocateur, Mailer’s ideas cut to the core of human nature and are more relevant today than ever. Mailer’s ceaseless visibility in the public eye lasted 6 decades, during which he had 6 tumultuous marriages, 9 beloved children, 11 bestsellers, 3 arrests, and 2 Pulitzer Prizes. This is the first project with full access to Mailer’s family and their archive, unearthing a treasure trove of intimate and never-before-seen footage, outtakes, audio recordings, and interviews from throughout his life.