Clunky 1977 Richard Pryor comedy really looks dated now.
Which Way is Up? (1977)
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Reviews Counted:10
Fresh:2
Rotten:8
Average Rating:3.7/10
Runtime: 1 hr 34 mins
Genre: Comedies
Synopsis: A seriocomic tale of love, seduction, and betrayal in the strife-torn farm country of central California. Richard Pryor plays several roles here, most significantly a migrant worker who works his... A seriocomic tale of love, seduction, and betrayal in the strife-torn farm country of central California. Richard Pryor plays several roles here, most significantly a migrant worker who works his way up the ranks in the agricultural company controlling one of the farms. [More]
Starring: Richard Pryor, Lonette McKee, Margaret Avery, Dolph Sweet
Starring: Richard Pryor, Lonette McKee, Margaret Avery, Dolph Sweet, Morgan Woodward, Marilyn Coleman, Bebe Drake, Daniel Valdez
Director: Michael Schultz
Director: Michael Schultz
Producer: Steve Krantz
Composer: Mark Davis
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Reviews for Which Way is Up?
As unfunny as it gets. Worse, it’s misogynist and an embarrassment to the race.
An embarrassing Being There conceit married to blaxploitation and unionization.
Latest News for Which Way is Up?
December 12, 2005:
Richard Pryor Passes Away at 65
Richard Pryor passed away yesterday morning, and while he's probably best remembered for his incendiary stand-up material (as evidenced in 1979's "Live in Concert,"... More...
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