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Which Way Is Up?

60% | Nov 04, 1977 | Comedy

Orange picker Leroy Jones inadvertently becomes a union leader and is forced out of town, leaving behind his sex-obsessed father, Rufus, and timid spouse, Annie Mae. He heads for Los Angeles, where he falls for union organizer Vanetta. Annie Mae seeks solace from local preacher Lenox Thomas, who eventually impregnates her. When Leroy catches wind, he heads home for a showdown with Lenox.

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Michael Schultz
Director
Lina Wertmüller
Writer

Cast

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Richard Pryor
Leroy Jones/Rufus Jones/Rev. Lenox Thomas
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Margaret Avery
Annie Mae
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Marilyn Coleman
Sister Sarah Thomas

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