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Fool's Paradise

Fool's Paradise

Comedy2.3

A down-on-his-luck publicist discovers a recently released mental health patient who looks just like a misbehaving movie star. The publicist subs him into a film, creating a new star. But fame and fortune are not all they are cracked up to be.A down-on-his-luck publicist discovers a recently released mental health patient who looks just like a misbehaving movie star. The publicist subs him into a film, creating a new star. But fame and fortune are not all they are cracked up to be.

May 12, 2023 · Directed by Charlie Day

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A simple estimate based mostly on pace, with small nudges for flow, payoff speed, and how much keeps happening. Rounded to the nearest 5 minutes.

Runtime1h 38m
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Feels like1h 30m
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How it's told

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What it feels like

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How it's told
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What it's grounded in
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Cast & crew

Charlie Day
Latte Pronto
Ken Jeong
Lenny the Publicist
Kate Beckinsale
Christiana Dior
Adrien Brody
Chad Luxt
Jason Sudeikis
Lex Tanner
Ray Liotta
The Producer
Steve Coulter
Tony London
Jason Bateman
SPFX Tech
Edie Falco
The Agent
Mary Elizabeth Ellis
Makeup Woman #1
Drew Droege
Male Hairdresser
Artemis Pebdani
Makeup Woman #2

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