Hannah Einbinder balances Emmy buzz, Cannes debut and outspoken activism

Hannah Einbinder, 31, reflects on the rapid shift from Hacks' Emmy-season success—where the show earned a historic 24 nominations—to starring in her debut feature, Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, which opened Cannes' Un Certain Regard. She describes a hectic schedule that includes award circuits, promotion and activism, such as raising awareness about a chemical fire at the Lineage refrigeration plant in Boyle Heights.

Einbinder’s social media focuses on queer visibility, left-wing politics and support for Democratic NGOs, while she downplays personal fame as dehumanizing. She credits her political awakening to the Bernie Sanders campaign and ties her comedic work to community organizing. When asked about the risks of speaking on Palestine, she says she does not calculate consequences, viewing the bravery of Palestinians as the true courage. The interview also touches on her creative process, collaborations with the Hacks creators, and future stand-up projects.