UNITED STATES · 1983

The King of Comedy

Martin Scorsese
New Hollywood obsession celebrity culture delusion stalking show business
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Synopsis

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.

Year1983
CountryUnited States
DirectorMartin Scorsese
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