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King of the Gypsies (1978)
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13 July 1979 (Finland) moreTagline:
HIS time is here and he must carry on the tradition of ruling with vengeance! moreAwards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. moreUser Comments:
An overlooked gem moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Sterling Hayden | ... | King Zharko Stepanowicz |
 | Shelley Winters | ... | Queen Rachel |
 | Susan Sarandon | ... | Rose |
 | Judd Hirsch | ... | Groffo |
 | Eric Roberts | ... | Dave |
 | Brooke Shields | ... | Tita |
| Annette O'Toole | ... | Sharon |
 | Annie Potts | ... | Persa |
| Michael V. Gazzo | ... | Spiro Giorgio |
| Antonia Rey | ... | Danitza Giorgio |
 | Stephen Mendillo | ... | Adolf |
| Daniel Spira | ... | Zio Miller |
 | Joe Zaloom | ... | Rui Ilanovitch |
| Lou Cevetillo | ... | Pete Stepanowicz |
| Zvee Scooler | ... | Phuro (as Svee Scooler) |
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Peter Maas's book is a non-fiction look at the Gypsy culture, particularly how it has translated into 20th century America. This movie is mostly fiction, although it draws on some of the material in the book.
It's basically a family drama, with a rebellious youth (Eric Roberts) squaring off against his abusive father (Judd Hirsch). I'm not sure if a case can be made for Eric Roberts as a terrific actor, but he doesn't embarrass himself here, and the rest of the cast, Hirsch, Shelley Winters, Susan Sarandon, and Sterling Hayden, is superb. A fascinating look at a culture that may be dissolving into modern life, and a well-paced and acted film that is consistently entertaining.
There's a special treat for jazz fans, as violin giant Stephane Grappelli appears in the movie, along with mandolin player David Grisman, performing a medley composed by Grisman and performed with Grappelli on a live album that has always been one of my favorites. This is the only footage I've seen of Grappelli performing, and while it's limited to a few shots, it's still worth the price of admission.
A DVD release has finally been announced for June 3, 2008.