The King of Laughter

The King of Laughter (2021)

September 9th, 20212h 13min

Drama, History
75%

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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