F for Fake
"A magician is just an actor playing the part of a magician."
Originally released in 1973. F for Fake is a documentary film. directed by Orson Welles. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Orson Welles, Oja Kodar, and Elmyr de Hory
Synopsis
Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters like Picasso and Matisse. Irving was infamous for writing a fake autobiography of Howard Hughes. Welles moves between documentary and fiction as he examines the fundamental elements of fraud and the people who commit fraud at the expense of others.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 1, 1973
52 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (352 votes)
Language
French
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- FR
Production Companies
- SACI
- Les Films de l'Astrophore
- Janus Film und Fernsehen
Frequently Asked Questions
What is F for Fake about?
Documents the lives of infamous fakers Elmyr de Hory and Clifford Irving. De Hory, who later committed suicide to avoid more prison time, made his name by selling forged works of art by painters li...
Who directed F for Fake?
F for Fake was directed by Orson Welles.
How long is F for Fake?
F for Fake has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was F for Fake released?
F for Fake was released on September 1, 1973 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in F for Fake?
The main cast of F for Fake includes Orson Welles, Oja Kodar, Elmyr de Hory, Clifford Irving, Laurence Harvey.
Is F for Fake worth watching?
F for Fake has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 352 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.