This video essay analyzes Martin Scorsese's The King of Comedy. Rupert Pupkin's character symbolises a certain aspect of the human psyche; the immature and obsessive lust for fame and attention to resolve one's personal traumas. The King of Comedy was distributed by 20th Century Fox, written by Paul D Zimmerman, directed by Martin Scorsese and stars Robert DeNiro.

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Music used:
Chopin Nocturne Op 9 No 2 in E Flat by James Langevin (Shutterstock)
Habanera by Bizet
Members Only by Tracktribe
Take Me Out to the Ballgame by E's Jammy Jams
Midnight Drive by KOEF (Shutterstock)
Falling Rain by Myuu
Cumbia City by An Jone

Timestamps:
0:00 Failed Chase for Fame
1:20 Rupert Pupkin Character
9:48 Dark Side of Fame

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