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Who is Weary Willie?

Who is Weary Willie?

2021•15m•War•Documentary

In the midst of the Great Depression, a failed cartoonist becomes the most famous clown in the world.

"Who is Weary Willie?" explores the life of the once-famous circus character Weary Willie and his story tied to controversy and confusion over identity between his creator, Emmett Kelly Sr., and his son, Emmett Kelly Jr.

Constanza Hevia · Writer

Daniel L. Bernardi · Writer

Constanza Hevia · Director

StatusReleased
Runtime15m
LanguageEN
Release DateMar 1, 2021
Budget$25,000

Actors

Dominique Jando

Dominique Jando

Chris Berry

Chris Berry

Wini McKay

Wini McKay

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