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The King of Laughter
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Title: The King of Laughter

Release Date: 9 Sep 2021

Runtime: 2h 13m

Genre: Drama, History

Director: Indigo Film, Tornasol Media, RAI Cinema

Production Companies: Indigo Film, Tornasol Media, RAI Cinema

Overview: In early 20th-century Naples, a theatrical parody lands beloved thespian and playwright Eduardo Scarpetta in court, facing a malicious lawsuit that could compromise his freedom of expression and the economic security of his extended family—including his son's, young Eduardo De Filippo.

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Average Vote: 7.527 (184 votes)

Cast

  • Eduardo Scarpetta: Toni Servillo
  • Rosa De Filippo-Scarpetta: Maria Nazionale
  • Luisa De Filippo: Cristiana Dell'Anna
  • Adelina De Renzis: Antonia Truppo
  • Vincenzo Scarpetta: Eduardo Scarpetta
  • Salvatore Di Giacomo: Roberto De Francesco
  • Benedetto Croce: Lino Musella
  • Gabriele D'Annunzio: Paolo Pierobon
  • Gennaro Pantalena: Gianfelice Imparato
  • Rosa Gagliardi: Iaia Forte
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