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" My Monkey Grifter " is the fifth episode of the fourth season (or the "fifty-third" season in-universe) of the IFC mockumentary series . The episode, written by Seth Meyers , serves as a sharp satirical critique of the 2020 Oscar-winning documentary My Octopus Teacher , while also blending in tropes from the true-crime genre. Narrative Structure and Satire

The "monkey," Lulu, and her human keeper are manipulating Benjamin into a scheme to steal from his wealthy father-in-law. This shift mirrors the 2012 documentary The Imposter , highlighting how a "mark" (Benjamin) will often believe something obviously false because they desperately want it to be true. Key Cast and Production Jamie Demetriou: Stars as the filmmaker Benjamin Clay. [S4E5] My Monkey Grifter

The film focuses more on the filmmaker’s emotional journey than the subject itself, poking fun at the self-importance found in some nature documentaries. " My Monkey Grifter " is the fifth

Portrays Detective Blakely, who helps unravel the scam. Helen Mirren: Returns as the series' dignified host. This shift mirrors the 2012 documentary The Imposter

Wrote the episode, drawing on "Nigerian-prince" style scam tropes for the con artist characters. Documentary Now! Recap: Monkey Business - Vulture