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King of Comics
King of Comics

King of Comics

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You may not recognize the name Ralf König, but you probably recognize his art. One of the most commercially successful German comic book creators, he is best known for books like “SchwulComix (GayComix)” that offer a twisted take on queer culture. Equal parts Tom of Finland and R. Crumb, König’s comics are sexually charged and often politically incorrect, portraying daily routines of gay life alongside serious subjects like AIDS. King of Comics is a touching portrait of a cutting-edge artist with a wicked sense of humor. All hail the king! —Jimmy Radosta

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

German

Runtime

80 mins

Rating

5.2/10

Release Date

01 March 2012

Country

Germany

Cast

Ralf König

Ralf König

Himself

Joachim Król

Joachim Król

Rosa von Praunheim

Rosa von Praunheim

Olaf Gabriel

Olaf Gabriel

René Krummenacher

René Krummenacher

Hella von Sinnen

Hella von Sinnen

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