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Kein Pardon

1993 · 97 min Comedy
6.9 / 10 · TMDB

Since childhood Peter Schlönzke dreams of a career as a TV presenter. His great role model is Heinz Wäscher, who is always looking for talented young entertainers for his popular show. Peters mother announces her shy boy for an audition, which, although mercilessly goes wrong, but brings him a job as a cable helper. He meets the popular entertainer from the unlikely side: as a bus scrapper who despises his audience. When Peter stumbles into the limelight by chance, he has a unique chance - as successor to scrubber.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1993
Country Germany
Genre Comedy
Director Hape Kerkeling
Runtime 97 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.9/10 (50 votes)

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The film constructs a classic rags-to-riches story but frames it as a sharp satire of the television industry. It explores the stark contrast between the glamorous facade of show business and its crass underbelly, relying on grotesque yet recognizable archetypes.

Those who tire of shallow comedies will find a biting parable about the price of fame and the disillusionment with idols. What lingers after the credits is a bittersweet, ironic aftertaste. — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Hape Kerkeling

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Watch with friends open to dark humor and '90s nostalgia. Perfect with pizza and a light beer.

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