Lenny's Story

A biopic of controversial and groundbreaking comedian Lenny Bruce, which traces Lenny Bruce's anti-government political views. The entire film uses flashback techniques to narrate the life of comedian Lenny Bruce from the perspectives of his mother, wife and manager. In Lenny Bruce's early years, before he was famous, when he was just an ordinary comedian, he met Honey, a striptease dancer, and fell in love with her. Regardless of the objections of his agent Artie and his mother, Lenny insisted on holding a wedding with Honey and had a dispute with his boss because he insisted on performing according to his own personal style. The boss fired him in anger. At this time, Honey was injured and admitted to the hospital. Lenny had an ambiguous relationship with a nurse during the visit. Honey, who was aware of this, had a quarrel with Lenny. Later, they moved to California. Despite Lenny's strong objections, Honey returned to her old career as a stripper. Lenny was addicted to drugs and couldn't help himself. Honey gave birth to a child, and fierce quarrels often broke out between the couple over drug abuse. They broke up the year after having their child. Hani was arrested and imprisoned on suspicion of drug trafficking. At this time, Lenny was recognized by the audience for displaying his comedy genius, made a breakthrough in his career, and became a smash hit