Movie

On Top of the Whale

★ 7.0(13)19821h 37m

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Good to know

Director: Raúl Ruiz
Release date: 1982-02-04
Runtime: 1h 37m
Language: Dutch
Status: Released
Country: Netherlands
Studio: Film International Rotterdam

About On Top of the Whale

On Top of the Whale is a 1982 movie in the Fantasy and Drama genres, directed by Raúl Ruiz, starring Willeke van Ammelrooy, Jean Badin and Fernando Bordeu. It has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes. It holds an average rating of 7.0/10 from 13 viewers. Below you can see where to watch On Top of the Whale in Turkey — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A parody of anthropology, linguistics, and cultural imperialism. The film follows an unlikely team of linguists into the wilds of an ersatz Patagonia to study the last speakers of a dying language. That language apparently consists of a single word, which therefore means everything.

Cast

Willeke van Ammelrooy

Eve

Jean Badin

Luis

Fernando Bordeu

Narciso

Herbert Curiel

Adam

Amber De Grau

Eden

Luis Mora

Ernie Navarro

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch On Top of the Whale in Turkey?+

On Top of the Whale is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Turkey. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is On Top of the Whale on Netflix?+

On Top of the Whale is not on Netflix in Turkey right now.

How long is On Top of the Whale?+

On Top of the Whale has a runtime of 1 hour 37 minutes (97 minutes).

Who stars in On Top of the Whale?+

On Top of the Whale stars Willeke van Ammelrooy, Jean Badin, Fernando Bordeu, Herbert Curiel and Amber De Grau.

When did On Top of the Whale come out?+

On Top of the Whale is a 1982 movie directed by Raúl Ruiz.

What genre is On Top of the Whale?+

On Top of the Whale is Fantasy and Drama film.

Who directed On Top of the Whale?+

On Top of the Whale was directed by Raúl Ruiz.