Penn & Teller Get Killed (1989)
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The "bad boys of magic" go over the edge in this mind-blowing, role-switching comedy murder mystery set in the dizzying world of Atlantic City casinos. In a TV interview, Penn mentions his idea of a fun practical joke: "I wish someone were trying to kill me. It would give focus to my life, excitement. I'd be like James Bond." Twenty million people hear him. One decides to deliver a punchline he'll never forget. Made by people who thought Psycho was a comedy, Penn & Teller Get Killed (they also wrote the piece) features Caitlin Clarke as the femme fatale and David Patrick Kelly as the Edgar Allan Poe-esque nutcase with a new mission. Arthur Penn, known for hip masterpieces like Bonnie and Clyde, Alice's Restaurant and Little Big Man, directs with roller-coaster pacing and subversive intelligence.
Cast
- Penn Jillette - Self
- Teller - Self
- Caitlin Clarke - Carlotta / Celia McGuire
- David Patrick Kelly - Fan
- Leonardo Cimino - Ernesto
- Celia McGuire - Officer McNamara
- Bill Randolph - Floor Director
- John Miller - Steve, the Bandleader
- Ellen Whyte - Make-up Woman
- Ted Neustadt - Bob, the Host
Screenplay
Themes
High School Pranks and Graduation Excitement, Office Prank War and Comedy, Hilarious High School Prank War
Keywords
psychopath, prank, prankster
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Penn & Teller Get Killed about?
- The "bad boys of magic" go over the edge in this mind-blowing, role-switching comedy murder mystery set in the dizzying world of Atlantic City casinos. In a TV interview, Penn mentions his idea of a fun practical joke: "I wish someone were trying to kill me. It would give focus to my life, excitement. I'd be like James Bond." Twenty million people hear him. One decides to deliver a punchline he'll never forget. Made by people who thought Psycho was a comedy, Penn & Teller Get Killed (they also wrote the piece) features Caitlin Clarke as the femme fatale and David Patrick Kelly as the Edgar Allan Poe-esque nutcase with a new mission. Arthur Penn, known for hip masterpieces like Bonnie and Clyde, Alice's Restaurant and Little Big Man, directs with roller-coaster pacing and subversive intelligence.
- Who directed Penn & Teller Get Killed?
- Penn & Teller Get Killed was directed by Arthur Penn.
- Who stars in Penn & Teller Get Killed?
- Penn & Teller Get Killed stars Penn Jillette, Teller, Caitlin Clarke, David Patrick Kelly, Leonardo Cimino, Celia McGuire.
- How long is Penn & Teller Get Killed?
- Penn & Teller Get Killed has a runtime of 1h 29m (89 minutes).
- What genre is Penn & Teller Get Killed?
- Penn & Teller Get Killed is a Comedy film.
- Where was Penn & Teller Get Killed produced?
- Penn & Teller Get Killed was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Penn & Teller Get Killed?
- The themes of Penn & Teller Get Killed include: High School Pranks and Graduation Excitement, Office Prank War and Comedy, Hilarious High School Prank War.