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King of Comics

King of Comics

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Status

Released

Release Date

Mar 1, 2012

Runtime

1h 20m

Genres

Documentary, Comedy

User Score

52%

Original Title

König des Comics – Ralf König

Director

Rosa von Praunheim

Description

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