Enter Laughing (1967)

Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1938 New York City, the film "Enter Laughing" tells the tale of David Kolowitz, a young man trapped between his parents' traditional expectations and his own dreams of stardom. David, living under his parents' roof, is caught in a life scripted by his domineering mother Emma and docile father Morris. While they envision a steady future for him in pharmacy, David's heart beats to a different rhythm, one driven by an insatiable yearning for the silver screen. David's days are spent toiling away at Mr. Foreman's machine shop, his mind wandering towards the allure of Hollywood and his idol, Ronald Colman, whose lines he often mimics. His life at the shop is further complicated by a tumultuous relationship with Wanda, his girlfriend, and his flirtatious dalliances with Miss B, the bookkeeper of a regular business customer. One day, a golden opportunity presents itself when his friend Marvin introduces him to an open casting call for Harrison B. Marlowe's off-Broadway theater troupe. Despite his lack of acting experience, David lands the role, a small yet pivotal part in a low-rent production, thanks to the urging of Marlowe's actress-daughter Angela, who finds him "cute". Thrilled with his first acting gig, David remains blissfully unaware of the catch - the role requires him to invest his own limited funds for "tuition" and to procure his own tuxedo - a demand that stretches his already thin wallet. Moreover, David is expected to master his lines and rehearse within two days, all while maintaining his job at the machine shop and keeping this secret from his unsuspecting parents and Wanda. "Enter Laughing" is a heartwarming journey of a young man daring to dream beyond his mundane life. David's determination to make a name for himself in the theater, regardless of the challenges and personal sacrifices, serves as a testament to his passion and resilience. Will he succeed in his acting debut or will he be forced to return to the more predictable path set out for him? Either way, his story is bound to "enter laughing" into the hearts of viewers.

Enter Laughing is a comedy movie featuring Reni Santoni.

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