Pizza King
Pizza King

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Pizza King

1999
Movie
103 min
Danish

Friends Bobby and Junes have been hustling around Nørrebro for several years. Junes was once a talented boxer, but a violent crime conviction put an end to his promising career, and now he drifts around with no direction other than getting through the day and keeping his "business" going. Bobby, on the other hand, is determined to become something "big." In an attempt to win the respect of his powerful uncle, who is the leader of the organized Pakistani mafia in Copenhagen, Bobby is prepared to do anything...

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Todd PhillipsGenres: Comedy

Plot Summary

In this comedic mockumentary, aspiring filmmakers attempt to document the life of a legendary pizza delivery driver named Tony 'The King' Polamalu, who claims to have delivered pizzas to every major celebrity and served as a consultant on numerous films. As they delve deeper, they uncover the bizarre and increasingly unbelievable tales of Tony's legendary career, questioning the line between reality and fabrication.

Critical Reception

Pizza King was an early independent film from director Todd Phillips, known for his later works like The Hangover trilogy. The film garnered a cult following for its quirky humor and the charismatic performance of its lead. While not a critical darling upon its limited release, it has been appreciated by audiences for its unique premise and comedic execution.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and often hilarious premise.

  • Applauded for the earnest and committed performance of David Gardner as 'The King'.

  • Noted for its low-budget charm and unique brand of observational humor.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is largely unavailable due to the film's independent nature and limited release. However, where reviews exist, they tend to highlight the film's humor and originality.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on a shoestring budget and gained initial traction through independent film festivals and word-of-mouth, a trajectory similar to many early cult comedies.

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