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King of the Corner

  • 20042004
  • RR
  • 1h 33m
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5.9/10
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Beverly D'Angelo, Isabella Rossellini, Rita Moreno, Eric Bogosian, Dominic Chianese, Peter Friedman, Jake Hoffman, Ashley Johnson, Peter Riegert, Eli Wallach, Frank Wood, and Harris Yulin in King of the Corner (2004)
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ComedyDrama

Leo Spivak is drifting through life without a compass. His father is aging fast, his teenage daughter is rebelling, his protégé is after his job and his wife is losing her patience. A twist ... Read allLeo Spivak is drifting through life without a compass. His father is aging fast, his teenage daughter is rebelling, his protégé is after his job and his wife is losing her patience. A twist of fate and some bizarre wisdom from a "freelance rabbi" help Leo navigate the murky water... Read allLeo Spivak is drifting through life without a compass. His father is aging fast, his teenage daughter is rebelling, his protégé is after his job and his wife is losing her patience. A twist of fate and some bizarre wisdom from a "freelance rabbi" help Leo navigate the murky waters of his life and turn his crisis into a second-chance.

IMDb RATING
5.9/10
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  • Director
    • Peter Riegert
  • Writers
    • Peter Riegert
    • Gerald Shapiro
  • Stars
    • Peter Riegert
    • Frank Wood
    • Jake Hoffman
Top credits
  • Director
    • Peter Riegert
  • Writers
    • Peter Riegert
    • Gerald Shapiro
  • Stars
    • Peter Riegert
    • Frank Wood
    • Jake Hoffman
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    • 76User reviews
    • 21Critic reviews
    • 55Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 2 wins

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    Peter Riegert
    Peter Riegert
    • Leo Spivakas Leo Spivak
    Frank Wood
    Frank Wood
    • Anthony Berensonas Anthony Berenson
    Jake Hoffman
    Jake Hoffman
    • Ed Shifmanas Ed Shifman
    Jayne Houdyshell
    Jayne Houdyshell
    • Louiseas Louise
    Marylouise Burke
    Marylouise Burke
    • Helenas Helen
    Susan Blommaert
    Susan Blommaert
    • Gloriaas Gloria
    • (as Susan Blommert)
    Eli Wallach
    Eli Wallach
    • Sol Spivakas Sol Spivak
    Rita Moreno
    Rita Moreno
    • Inezas Inez
    Harris Yulin
    Harris Yulin
    • Peter Hargroveas Peter Hargrove
    Isabella Rossellini
    Isabella Rossellini
    • Rachel Spivakas Rachel Spivak
    Ashley Johnson
    Ashley Johnson
    • Elena Spivakas Elena Spivak
    Mercedes Herrero
    • Dottyas Dotty
    Dominic Chianese
    Dominic Chianese
    • Stan Marshakas Stan Marshak
    Judy Reyes
    Judy Reyes
    • Nurse Kathleen Delehantas Nurse Kathleen Delehant
    Beverly D'Angelo
    Beverly D'Angelo
    • Betsy Ingrahamas Betsy Ingraham
    Peter Friedman
    Peter Friedman
    • Arthur Wexleras Arthur Wexler
    Mary Catherine Wright
    • Miriamas Miriam
    Jennifer Albano
    • Carolynas Carolyn
    • Director
      • Peter Riegert
    • Writers
      • Peter Riegert
      • Gerald Shapiro
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    Leo Spivak is drifting through life without a compass. His father is aging fast, his teenage daughter is rebelling, his protégé is after his job and his wife is losing her patience. A twist of fate and some bizarre wisdom from a "freelance rabbi" help Leo navigate the murky waters of his life and turn his crisis into a second-chance. —Ardustry Home Entertainment LLC
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    • Taglines
      • Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness. A Comedy.
    • Genres
      • Comedy
      • Drama
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for some language and sexual references
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    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Actor/director/co-writer Peter Riegert personally took this film from town to town, showing it in theaters to build word of mouth. He would usually stay for a day or two to meet and answer audience questions after each showing of the film.
    • Connections
      Features Solitaire (1981)

    User reviews76

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    Top review
    A very funny and meaningful film
    I saw "King of the Corner" at a pre-release screening at Bridgewater College in Virginia two days ago. I really thought it was wonderful. The story line both moving and extremely funny. There are several scenes from the film that I keep replaying in my mind and have talked to others about since viewing the film. (A sign of a great film.)

    I thought the cast, writing and direction were excellent. While most of the audience where I saw the film was composed of college aged students, I am quite a bit older (in my early 40's). The film had wonderful cross-generational humor that suggested to me that viewers of all ages (18+) would find it enjoyable. It also was quite moving at times, especially for anyone who has had to deal with issues of ill family members.

    I give the film my highest rating!!!

    Don't miss it!
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    • Oct 15, 2004

    Details

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    • Release date
      • June 2004 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Elevation Filmworks
      • Pursuit Films Inc. (United States)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Pursuit of Happiness
    • Filming locations
      • Goldfield, Arizona, USA
    • Production companies
      • Elevation Filmworks
      • Ardustry Entertainment
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    • Budget
      • $350,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 33 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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