King of the Gypsies 1978
“They have their own language... Their own codes of sex, honor and vengeance... And their own way of choosing a king.”
What is King of the Gypsies?
King of the Gypsies is a 1978 drama centered on Zharko, the leader of the Romanis in New York City, who passes his leadership to his grandson, Dave. The film explores the resulting infighting between Dave and his father as Dave reluctantly accepts the position.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1978
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 112 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 20, 1978
- Studios
- The De Laurentiis Company
- Genres
- Drama
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Overview
King of the Gypsies is a 1978 drama centered on Zharko, the leader of the Romanis in New York City, who passes his leadership to his grandson, Dave. The film explores the resulting infighting between Dave and his father as Dave reluctantly accepts the position.
The film examines the specific language and codes of honor and vengeance associated with the community. It is a character-driven drama with a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.
Should you watch it?
“An unwilling grandson inherits the leadership of the Romani community in New York City.”
- Explores the internal codes of sex, honor, and vengeance
- Focuses on the tension between a father and son
- Depicts the leadership transition within the Romani community
- The plot centers on internal infighting and family disputes
Watch it if you are interested in dramas about cultural leadership and family rivalry.
This R-rated drama features a runtime of 1 hour and 52 minutes.
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What is the runtime of King of the Gypsies?
The movie has a duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes.
What is the central conflict of the film?
The story focuses on the infighting between Dave and his father after Dave inherits leadership of the Romanis.
What is the age rating for this movie?
The film is rated R.
Where is the film set?
The movie is set in New York City.
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