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F for Fake (1973)

"A magician is just an actor playing the part of a magician."

7.419731h 29mFR
Documentary

Directed by Orson Welles

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 29m

Language

FR

Release

September 1, 1973

Director

Orson Welles

Official Trailer

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Overview

Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters like Picasso and Matisse. Irving was infamous for writing a fake autobiography of Howard Hughes. Welles m...

Cast

Orson Welles

Orson Welles

Self

Oja Kodar

Oja Kodar

The Girl

Elmyr de Hory

Elmyr de Hory

Self

Clifford Irving

Clifford Irving

Self

Laurence Harvey

Laurence Harvey

Self

Edith Irving

Edith Irving

Self

David Walsh

David Walsh

Self

Paul Stewart

Paul Stewart

Self

Richard Wilson

Richard Wilson

Self

Joseph Cotten

Joseph Cotten

Self

Howard Hughes

Howard Hughes

Self (archive footage)

Richard Drewett

Richard Drewett

Self

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into F for Fake (1973), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters like Picasso and Matisse. Irving was infamous for writing a fake autobiography of Howard Hughes. Welles moves between documentary and fiction as he examines the fundamental elements of fraud and the people who commit fraud at the expense of others.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of F for Fake. 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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