Whity
Originally released in 1971. Whity is a western/drama film. directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
Starring Günther Kaufmann, Ulli Lommel, and Harry Baer
Synopsis
"Whity" is the mulatto butler of the dysfunctional Nicholson family in the American Southwest in 1878. The father, Ben Nicholson, has an attractive young wife, Katherine, and two sons by a previous marriage: the homosexual Frank and the feeble-minded Davy. Whity tries to carry out all their orders, however demeaning, until various family members ask him to kill some of the others.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 2, 1971
54 years ago
Runtime
1h 35m
95 minutes total
User Rating
5.1/10
Mixed (22 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
Top Cast
Günther Kaufmann
as Whity
Ulli Lommel
as Frank Nicholson
Harry Baer
as Davy Nicholson
Hanna Schygulla
as Hanna
Ron Randell
as Benjamin Nicholson
Helga Ballhaus
as Judge's wife
Katrin Schaake
as Katherine Nicholson
Rainer Werner Fassbinder
as Saloon guest (uncredited)
Peter Berling
as Hefty Bartender (uncredited)
Kurt Raab
as Pianist (uncredited)
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Atlantis-Film
- Antiteater-X-Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whity about?
"Whity" is the mulatto butler of the dysfunctional Nicholson family in the American Southwest in 1878. The father, Ben Nicholson, has an attractive young wife, Katherine, and two sons by a previous...
Who directed Whity?
Whity was directed by Rainer Werner Fassbinder.
How long is Whity?
Whity has a runtime of 1 hours and 35 minutes (95 minutes total).
When was Whity released?
Whity was released on June 2, 1971 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Whity?
The main cast of Whity includes Günther Kaufmann, Ulli Lommel, Harry Baer, Hanna Schygulla, Ron Randell.