The King of Comedy

Showings

The Roxy Theater Screen 2 Wed, Nov 8, 2023 7:30 PM
Film Info
Series:Scorseighties
Run Time:109 min
Release Year:1982
Country:US
Genre:Drama/Comedy
Sponsored By:Blackfoot Communications
Cast/Crew Info
Director:Martin Scorsese
Cast Members:Robert De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Sandra Bernhard
Writers:Paul D. Zimmerman
Editor:Thelma Schoonmaker

Description

Scorseighties: In honor of the master's 81st birthday and the release of his new film Killers of the Flower Moon, the Roxy is proud to present an extended tribute to Martin Scorsese. We're showcasing 5 of his films from the 1980s--Goodfellas was filmed in '89!--a sustained burst of creativity and genius with few rivals in American cinema. 

November 1: Raging Bull
November 8: The King of Comedy
November 15: After Hours
November 22: The Last Temptation of Christ
November 29: Goodfellas


The King of Comedy: Rupert Pupkin (Robert De Niro) is a failure in life but a celebrity in his own mind, hosting an imaginary talk show in his mother's basement. When he meets actual talk show host Jerry Langford (Jerry Lewis), he's convinced it will provide his big break, but Langford isn't interested in the would-be comedian. Undaunted, Pupkin effectively stalks Langford -- and when that doesn't work, he kidnaps him, offering his release in exchange for a guest spot on Langford's show.



Sponsored by Blackfoot Communications!