# The King of Kong: A Fistful of Quarters (2007)

> An unexpectedly gripping documentary turns a Donkey Kong high-score rivalry into a funny, strange, and revealing battle over recognition.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/8182

## Facts

- Runtime: 83 min
- Genres: Documentary
- Director: Seth Gordon
- Cast: Steve Wiebe, Billy Mitchell, Walter Day, Mark Alpiger, Greg Bond, Craig Glenday, Brian Kuh, Robert Mruczek
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0923752/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, eccentric, suspenseful, game night, documentary night

## Synopsis

An epic showdown in the world of arcade gaming unfolds as two competitors vie for the ultimate title.

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