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King of the Hill (1993)

"When the world turns upside down, the trick is coming out on top."

6.819931h 43mEN
DramaHistory

Directed by Steven Soderbergh

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 43m

Language

EN

Release

August 20, 1993

Director

Steven Soderbergh

Official Trailer

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Overview

Based on the Depression-era bildungsroman memoir of writer A. E. Hotchner, the film follows the story of a boy struggling to survive on his own in a hotel in St. Louis after his mother is committed to a sanatorium with tuberculosis. His father, a German immigrant and traveling salesman working for t...

Cast

Jesse Bradford

Jesse Bradford

Aaron Kurlander

Jeroen Krabbé

Jeroen Krabbé

Mr. Kurlander

Lisa Eichhorn

Lisa Eichhorn

Mrs. Kurlander

Karen Allen

Karen Allen

Miss Mathey

Spalding Gray

Spalding Gray

Mr. Mungo

Elizabeth McGovern

Elizabeth McGovern

Lydia

Cameron Boyd

Cameron Boyd

Sullivan

Adrien Brody

Adrien Brody

Lester

Joe Chrest

Joe Chrest

Ben

John McConnell

John McConnell

Patrolman Burns

Amber Benson

Amber Benson

Ella McShane

Kristin Griffith

Kristin Griffith

Mrs. McShane

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into King of the Hill (1993), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Based on the Depression-era bildungsroman memoir of writer A. E. Hotchner, the film follows the story of a boy struggling to survive on his own in a hotel in St. Louis after his mother is committed to a sanatorium with tuberculosis. His father, a German immigrant and traveling salesman working for the Hamilton Watch Company, is off on long trips from which the boy cannot be certain he will return.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of King of the Hill. 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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