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The King (2007)

6.020071h 40mEN
DramaTV Movie

Directed by Matthew Saville

Rating

6.0/10

Runtime

1h 40m

Language

EN

Release

May 20, 2007

Director

Matthew Saville

Overview

The King is the story of Graham Kennedy, Australia's first and greatest home grown TV superstar. It traces his rise from working class Balaclava kid, through radio, TV, film, and back to TV again. It also tracks Kennedy's personal tragedies - the loneliness, the unrealised ambitions and the terrible...

Cast

Stephen Curry

Stephen Curry

Graham Kennedy

Shaun Micallef

Shaun Micallef

Colin Bednall

Garry McDonald

Garry McDonald

Nicky Whitta

Steve Bisley

Steve Bisley

Harry M. Miller

Stephen Hall

Stephen Hall

Bert Newton

Todd MacDonald

Todd MacDonald

Richard Croft

Bernard Curry

Bernard Curry

John Wesley

Nick Farnell

Nick Farnell

Norm Spencer

Donal Forde

Donal Forde

Geoff "Corkie" Corke

Leo Taylor

Leo Taylor

Sir Frank Packer

Johnny Brady

Johnny Brady

Tim

Monica Maughan

Monica Maughan

Nana Scott

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The King (2007), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The King is the story of Graham Kennedy, Australia's first and greatest home grown TV superstar. It traces his rise from working class Balaclava kid, through radio, TV, film, and back to TV again. It also tracks Kennedy's personal tragedies - the loneliness, the unrealised ambitions and the terrible pressures of being Australia's first homegrown superstar in the 1950s and 60s.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The King. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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