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Who is Weary Willie?

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

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"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.

Directed byConstanza Hevia

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 15m
Language
EN
Released
March 1, 2021
Budget
$25,000
Studios
El Dorado FilmsVeteran Documentary Corps

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Who is Weary Willie?

Who is Weary Willie?

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3 credited
Starring

Dominique Jando

Dominique Jando

Chris Berry

Chris Berry

Wini McKay

Wini McKay

Creative team
Directed by
Constanza Hevia
Written by
Constanza Hevia
Daniel L. Bernardi
Produced by
Daniel L. Bernardi

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