Artists and Models (1955) (See below review of “Artists and Models,” 1937) This satirical musical comedy, directed by Frank Tashlin in VistaVision, was Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis’ 14th feature together and their most popular project. Grade: B+ (**** out of *****) Artists and Models Theatrical release poster Production values are high, especially the […]
Artists and Models (1955): Frank Tashlin’s Comedy, Starring Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Shirey MacLaine
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King of Comedy, The (1983): Scorsese’s Misunderstood Satire about Fame and Fans is one of his Best Films, Starring De Niro, Jerry Lewis, Sandra Bernhard, Diahnne Abbott, Cameos by Scorsese Family (Mother, Father, and Scorsese Himself)
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As written by Paul Zimmerman and directed by Scorsese, “King of Comedy” was misinterpreted by many film critics. At heart, the movie is a pungent black comedy about a showbiz hanger-on and loser who idolizes America's top TV comedian/talk show host and figures out a bizarre scheme to get on the program. Though timely and relevant, for some reason, the film was considered too mordant and “sick” by some viewers at the time, disregarding the tale's rather accurate (and scary) portrayal of what's the best‚Äîand quickest–way to achieve celebrity status in American society today.
