The King of Laughter

Original title: Qui rido io

133 minutes • 2021 • 7.5 Score

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.

Mario Martone

Director