This disturbing film about the past coming back demanding its due evokes classical tragedy, but is ultimately too heavy-handed. Read critic reviews
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Following his discharge from the Navy, a young man named Elvis travels to Texas and tells a preacher that he is the man's illegitimate son. His handsome face hides the soul of a devil, though, and as soon as he worms his way into the clergyman's life, he commits unforgivable crimes against the family.
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Rating: R (Some Violence|Language|Strong Sexuality Inv. a Teen)
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Genre: Drama, Mystery & thriller
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Original Language: English
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Director: James Marsh
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Producer: Milo Addica, James Wilson
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Writer: Milo Addica, James Marsh
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Release Date (Theaters): limited
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Release Date (Streaming):
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Box Office (Gross USA): $281.3K
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Runtime:
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Distributor: ThinkFilm
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Production Co: ContentFilm, Edward R. Pressman Film Corp., FilmFour
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Audience Reviews for The King
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A great movie spoiled by a lousy ending
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This movie is a bit f'ed, but I really like it. I saw it years ago and was delighted to find a $3 copy at the op shop recently. Stood up well to a rewatch, particularly as I had forgotten how it ends. Disturbed young man hunts down the father he never met, a devoutly religious man, and becomes romantically involved with his half sister (who had no idea they are related). Turns very dark by the end.
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Somehow against all odds The King is dark yet somehow fulfilling. Bernal is terrific in a role where he hides who he really is. His actions seem to come off with no malicious intent despite the obvious destruction they could cause. It makes for an extremely creepy and twisted protagonist. This isn't someone who lurks in the shadows or gives you the evil eye from a distance, no twiddling of mustaches either. The revenge aspect is handled brilliantly to the point where it doesn't feel like a revenge film. It starts off with very gritty hand held camera work but as the film progresses to a more suburban local the camera settles and bright greens make it look like a pleasant world. This is also the time that religious aspects enter the film. Hurt has created an eden and left his past sins behind him but Bernal is a snake. The final integration of the King into the family environment is heartbreaking on all accounts as the metaphorical wrecking ball is just off in the distance. It's excellent stuff and crafted with care and passion without ever being heavy handed or inaccessible.
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The King is dead.Pronounce the actual king.Elvis...isn't it ironic?Whether it's fiction or not,the protagonist is a punisher,a living avenging machine.Bernal is vicious under his cold expression and despite some straightforward situations after 45 minutes,it'll give you a specific thought against religious intolerance towards the end.Great film but no masterpiece.
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