FilmWeek Staff
Published Jun 19, 2026 11:01 AM
Oliver Cooper and Burt Berger in Burt.
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Joe Burke
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Guest host Austin Cross interviews Joe Burke, co-writer and director of the film Burt, who shot this unconventional movie in L.A. over seven days
The topic:
The new film Burt tells the story of Burt Berger, a 69-year-old musician in L.A. living with Parkinson's who reconnects with an adult son he never knew he had. The film was shot over seven days in Los Angeles on a micro-budget of $7,000.
A personal story: Director and co-writer of the film, Joe Burke’s own father is living with Parkinson’s. A portion of the proceeds will go to Parkinson’s Community Los Angeles.
Where to watch: Burt is available on VOD on Apple TV and Amazon Prime Video.
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Guest:
- Joe Burke, co-writer and director of the film Burt
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