Turning Mortality into Art with Filmmaker Tony Benna

Director Tony Benna joins From Carpools to Chemo to discuss his Sundance-winning documentary Andre is an Idiot, a raw, humorous, and deeply moving exploration of mortality. The film follows creative visionary Andre Riccardi, who, after being diagnosed with terminal cancer, decides to turn his death into art—through comedy. Tony shares the behind-the-scenes journey of capturing Andre’s irreverence, resilience, and humanity on screen, the emotional weight of the project, and how storytelling can shift perspectives on life, loss, and colorectal cancer awareness. Tune in for an unforgettable conversation about filmmaking, legacy, and embracing the uncomfortable with humor and heart.