Which Way Is Up?

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1977 · 94 min · R · Comedy · TMDB 5.7/10

Overview

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.

Directed by Michael Schultz

Cast

• Richard Pryor — Leroy Jones / Rufus Jones / Rev. Lenox Thomas
• Lonette McKee — Vanetta
• Margaret Avery — Annie Mae
• Morgan Woodward — Mr. Mann
• Marilyn Coleman — Sister Sarah Thomas