King of the Gypsies

A gritty, brooding family saga steeped in tradition and violence, watching it feels like witnessing a tense, inevitable clash of loyalty and ambition.

Directed by

Frank Pierson

Genres

Drama

Starring

Sterling Hayden, Shelley Winters, Susan Sarandon

Tagline

They have their own language... Their own codes of sex, honor and vengeance... And their own way of choosing a king.

Overview

Zharko, leader of the Romanis in NYC, passes his position of leadership on to his unwilling grandson, Dave, leading to infighting between Dave and his father.

How it feels

Dark, tense, melancholic and earnest. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Family, power, betrayal, fate

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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