On Top of the Whale
Het dak van de Walvis
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 20, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Raúl Ruiz
- Screenplay & Story
- Raúl Ruiz
- Original Score
- Jorge Arriagada
- Original Title
- Het dak van de Walvis
- Country of Origin
- Netherlands
- Spoken Languages
- Dutch, German, Spanish, English, French
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Film International Rotterdam
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Raúl Ruiz
Raúl Ruiz
Jorge Arriagada
Henri Alekan
Valeria Sarmiento
Kees Kasander, Monica Tegelaar
Department Leadership Roster
Raúl Ruiz
Director
Raúl Ruiz
Writer
Valeria Sarmiento
Editor
Henri Alekan
Director of Photography
Jorge Arriagada
Original Music Composer
Kees Kasander
Producer
Monica Tegelaar
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About On Top of the Whale
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is On Top of the Whale about?
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.
Who directed On Top of the Whale?
On Top of the Whale was directed by Raúl Ruiz.
Who stars in On Top of the Whale?
The principal cast of On Top of the Whale includes Willeke van Ammelrooy, Jean Badin, Fernando Bordeu, Herbert Curiel, Amber De Grau.
When was On Top of the Whale released and how long is it?
On Top of the Whale was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for On Top of the Whale?
The original motion picture soundtrack for On Top of the Whale was composed by Jorge Arriagada.