New Film 'Saturday Night' Explores Chaotic Origins of SNL

The movie dramatizes the frantic hours leading up to the premiere of Saturday Night Live, blending fact and fiction.

Director Jason Reitman's film 'Saturday Night' focuses on the 90 minutes before SNL's first live episode in 1975.
The film takes creative liberties, mixing real events with dramatized scenarios for cinematic effect.
Key figures portrayed include Lorne Michaels, Chevy Chase, John Belushi, and Dan Aykroyd among others.
Critics note the movie's emphasis on Lorne Michaels but feel it lacks depth in character development.
The film highlights the tension between the show's creators and network executives during its early days.