King of Comics(2012)

Name: King of Comics
Director: Rosa von Praunheim
Genre: Documentary, Comedy
Released: 2012-01-01
Duration: 80 min
Cast: Ralf König, Joachim Król, Rosa von Praunheim, Olaf Gabriel, René Krummenacher

Ralf König Joachim Król Rosa von Praunheim Olaf Gabriel René Krummenacher

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