Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The Movie

Movie Review for Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The

Summary

This 80’s movie is a film musical that tells the story of what happens when an illegal operation, which works under the knowledge of the authorities, becomes public.

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Plot

The story of Best Little Whorehouse in Texas takes place in the city of Gilber, Texas. Near the town, there is a brothel operated by Mona Stangley. She takes good care of her girls and has a good relation with the local sheriff.

Things get complicated in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, however, when a TV reporter decides to make a note of the illegal operation that is happening right under the noses of the authorities. Consequently, a complete political upheaval rises, and its only purpose is to close down the century old brothel.

Cast

Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd-Burt Reynolds
Mona Stangley-Dolly Parton
Melvin P. Thorpe-Dom DeLuise
Governor-Charles Durning
Deputy Fred-Jim Nabors

Trivia

The Chicken Ranch house of Best Little Whorehouse in Texas was used in another movie: House of 1000 Corpses.

Best Little Whorehouse in Texas went over budget due to a series of complications, including re-writings and the constant change of directors.

Academy Awards:

Charles Durning won for Best Actor In A Supporting Role for the role of The Governor in Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The.

80's Film Facts:

The Movie Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, The was released to theatres on 07/23/1982 by Universal, and grossed $69,701,637 at the box office in the US.