A King in New York
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A King in New York

Best from age 9 · G · 1957 · 104 min

A King in New York

An exiled European monarch navigates 1950s New York City, becoming an accidental TV star. He soon faces political accusations and HUAC hearings, satirizing aspects of American culture and society.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Mild

1/10

Language

Mild

1/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

1/10

Scary moments

Mild

2/10

Heads up

  • Historical references to McCarthyism and communism
  • Smoking and social drinking are occasionally depicted
  • Some mature themes may require discussion

Models well

  • Adapting to new cultures
  • Standing up for beliefs
  • Critique of consumerism
  • Importance of integrity

Talk about it after

  • Understanding satire and parody
  • Historical context of the HUAC era
  • Comparing cultures and political systems
  • The role of media in society
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