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Late Show

1999·Movie
1h 51min
56
DecentGoodWatch score

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Strong craft, light on feelings.

Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Romance6
  • Melancholy6
  • Hopefulness6

Humor

Some sharp wit and situational comedy

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay7
  • Situational Comedy6
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Everyday modern life, show business, and pop culture

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout dialogue

  • Dialogue Quality8
  • Direction7
  • Acting7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

Hannes Engel is a successful radio presenter in the countryside. By chance, he is heard by program director Conrad Scheffer one night, who immediately recognizes the potential of the cheeky presenter and wants to sign him up as the new figurehead for his late show, which is in a ratings slump. But this proves to be more difficult than planned. First of all, they have to get rid of the old show host, then Engel's wife has just been thrown out of one of the station's productions, and Engel is also being pursued by a sensationalist tabloid journalist who never misses a chance to drag Engel through the mud....
Radio ShowMedia SatireRelationship DramaWorkplace ComedyPop CultureCharacter-DrivenBittersweetWitty Dialogue

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is Late Show worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

How long is Late Show?

1 h 51 min

Late Show runs 1 h 51 min.

What language is Late Show in?

German

It was made in German. Produced in Germany.

In how many countries can I watch Late Show?

3ATCHDE

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