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The King of Comedy (1982)
Director: Martin Scorsese
Cast: Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Diahnne Abbott, Sandra Bernhard
7.8
89%Runtime109 min
RatingPG
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Aspiring comic Rupert Pupkin attempts to achieve success in show business by stalking his idol, a late night talk-show host who craves his own privacy.
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The King of Comedy is a critically acclaimed film directed by Martin Scorsese in 1982. The film, a dark comedy, has received widespread praise, currently holding a rating of 7.8/10 on IMDb and a 89% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating strong audience and critical reception. While the film did not win any major awards, it was nominated for several accolades and is considered an underrated gem in Scorsese's filmography.
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Presents a chilling and satirical character study of an aspiring comedian's obsession and descent into delusion.
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The King of Comedy is a 1982 American satirical black comedy film directed by Martin Scorsese and starring Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis and Sandra Bernhard. Written by Paul D. Zimmerman, the film focuses on themes such as celebrity worship and American media culture. 20th Century-Fox released the film on February 18, 1983, in the United States, although the film was released two months earlier in Iceland. In the film, an aspiring stand-up comedian is increasingly obsessed with a successful comedian whom he met by chance.
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