Whatever
“1981. In an era of 'just say no', they said yes.”
Synopsis
A New Jersey teen faces her impending adulthood, dreaming of a life as a successful New York artist. But when she gets caught up in the carefree sport of pre-AIDS sex and drugs, her future becomes less certain.
Top Cast
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Liza Weil
Anna Stockard
Frederic Forrest
Mr. Chaminski
Kathryn Rossetter
Carol Stockard
Marc Riffon
Martin
Chad Morgan
Brenda Talbot
Lenora Nemetz
Principal
Dan Montano
Zak
John Gleeson Connolly
John Woods
Gary Wolf
Eddie
Tony Torn
Mr. Stanley
Trey Compton
Sam
Jim Neville
Rob
Destiny Matranga
Lynn
Michelle Yahn
Principal
Peter Gannon
Henry Talbot
Harold G. Herthum
Howard
Sean O'Brien
Mr. Tibbets
Frank Licato
Real Estate Agent
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 10, 1998
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Susan Skoog
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Skoog
- Original Score
- Walter Salas-Humara
- Original Title
- Whatever
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 52m
- Production Studios
- DuArt, Anyway Productions, Circle Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Susan Skoog
Susan Skoog
Walter Salas-Humara
Michael F. Barrow, Michael Mayers
Bill Durkin, Michelle Yahn, Ellin Baumel, Paul Kolsby, Susan Skoog
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Skoog
Writer
Susan Skoog
Director
Jill Kliber
Costume Design
Michelle Yahn
Producer
Ellin Baumel
Producer
Paul Kolsby
Producer
Susan Skoog
Producer
Walter Salas-Humara
Original Music Composer
Michael F. Barrow
Director of Photography
Michael Mayers
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Whatever
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Whatever about?
A New Jersey teen faces her impending adulthood, dreaming of a life as a successful New York artist. But when she gets caught up in the carefree sport of pre-AIDS sex and drugs, her future becomes less certain.
Who directed Whatever?
Whatever was directed by Susan Skoog.
Who stars in Whatever?
The principal cast of Whatever includes Liza Weil, Frederic Forrest, Kathryn Rossetter, Marc Riffon, Chad Morgan.
When was Whatever released and how long is it?
Whatever was released in 1998 with a total runtime of 1h 52m.
Who composed the musical score for Whatever?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Whatever was composed by Walter Salas-Humara.