The Magic Christian(1969)
Director:
Joseph McGrath
The world's richest man and his adopted hobo son set out to test the limits of human vanity and greed through a series of "money games".
The Magic Christian
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In The Magic Christian (1969), the eccentric richest man in the world and his hobo son embark on a mischievous quest to expose the depths of human vanity and greed in a series of outrageous money games. This satirical comedy is a wild ride that explores the corrupting power of wealth and the absurdity of societal norms.
The film centers around Sir Guy Grand, portrayed brilliantly by Peter Sellers, who adopts a homeless man named Youngman, played by Ringo Starr. Together, they devise a plan to challenge people's moral compass by secretly offering large sums of money to unsuspecting victims in bizarre scenarios. The duo takes pleasure in observing people's reactions and revealing their true nature as they confront situations that push the boundaries of decency.
As they navigate this unconventional social experiment, Sir Guy and Youngman encounter a colorful array of characters, from zealous art dealers to misguided celebrities. Each encounter unveils the lengths people will go to for money, leaving the audience questioning their own values.
Directed by Joseph McGrath and based on the novel by Terry Southern, The Magic Christian is a subversive and uproarious comedy that shines a light on the absurdity of human behavior. With its sharp wit, amusing gags, and memorable performances, this film will engage viewers in a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of the dark side of wealth and society's obsession with money.
The film centers around Sir Guy Grand, portrayed brilliantly by Peter Sellers, who adopts a homeless man named Youngman, played by Ringo Starr. Together, they devise a plan to challenge people's moral compass by secretly offering large sums of money to unsuspecting victims in bizarre scenarios. The duo takes pleasure in observing people's reactions and revealing their true nature as they confront situations that push the boundaries of decency.
As they navigate this unconventional social experiment, Sir Guy and Youngman encounter a colorful array of characters, from zealous art dealers to misguided celebrities. Each encounter unveils the lengths people will go to for money, leaving the audience questioning their own values.
Directed by Joseph McGrath and based on the novel by Terry Southern, The Magic Christian is a subversive and uproarious comedy that shines a light on the absurdity of human behavior. With its sharp wit, amusing gags, and memorable performances, this film will engage viewers in a thought-provoking and entertaining exploration of the dark side of wealth and society's obsession with money.
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