Whity
"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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Whity
- Genres: Western, Drama
- Release Date: 1971-06-02
- Runtime: 95 minutes
- Rating: 5.05/10 (21 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Atlantis-Film, Antiteater-X-Film
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 1.2765
- Languages: English, German
Cast & Crew
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whity?▼
Whity is a Western, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1971-06-02.
Who are the main actors in Whity?▼
The main cast includes Günther Kaufmann, Ulli Lommel, Harry Baer, Hanna Schygulla, Ron Randell, .
Where can I watch Whity online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Whity is available.
Is Whity based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Whity?▼
Whity has an IMDb rating of 5.05/10 based on 21 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Whity?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Whity?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Atlantis-Film, Antiteater-X-Film. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Whity filmed?▼
Whity was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Whity?▼
The total runtime of Whity is 95 minutes.
Is Whity suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Whity?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Whity.
Does Whity have a post-credit scene?▼
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