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.
Screenplay: Ippolita Di Majo, Mario Martone
Producer: Francesca Cima, Carlotta Calori, Nicola Giuliano
Story: Mario Martone, Ippolita Di Majo
Director: Mario Martone
Director of Photography: Renato Berta
Eduardo Scarpetta
Rosa De Filippo-Scarpetta
Luisa De Filippo
Adelina De Renzis
Vincenzo Scarpetta
Salvatore Di Giacomo
Benedetto Croce
Gabriele D'Annunzio
The King of Laughter (2021) | Trailer | Mario Martone