Pennyweight
Synopsis
Blaine Kinney, an aspiring young filmmaker, approaches an eccentric and extremely wealthy businessman, Fentworth Pennyweight III, for help in financing his first film. To his surprise, Mr. Pennyweight agrees to fund the entire movie with one small stipulation: Blaine must wear a ridiculously large and effeminate pair of earrings for exactly one year. Desperate for money, he agrees to the deal.
Top Cast
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Ray Wise
Mr. Pennyweight
Kyle Rankin
Blaine Kinney
Basey Newborg
Julie Cross
Bob Marley
Thomas Marley
Mark Dillen Stitham
Police Chief
Brian Hinds
Seth
Dale R. Simonton
Tom
Jeannie Lomac
Mom
Alice Starr McFarland
Suzanna Lloyd
Colin Hoffmeister
Eric
James Lash
Dad
Harlan Baker
Boss
Michael Kristan
Priest
Cobey Mandarino
Lance
Daniel Noel
Cop
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Efram Potelle, Kyle Rankin
- Screenplay & Story
- Kyle Rankin
- Original Title
- Pennyweight
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 39m
- Production Studios
- Newborn Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Efram Potelle, Kyle Rankin
Kyle Rankin
Department Leadership Roster
Efram Potelle
Director
Kyle Rankin
Director
Kyle Rankin
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pennyweight
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What is Pennyweight about?
Blaine Kinney, an aspiring young filmmaker, approaches an eccentric and extremely wealthy businessman, Fentworth Pennyweight III, for help in financing his first film. To his surprise, Mr. Pennyweight agrees to fund the entire movie with one small stipulation: Blaine must wear a ridiculously large and effeminate pair of earrings for exactly one year. Desperate for money, he agrees to the deal.
Who directed Pennyweight?
Pennyweight was directed by Efram Potelle, Kyle Rankin.
Who stars in Pennyweight?
The principal cast of Pennyweight includes Ray Wise, Kyle Rankin, Basey Newborg, Bob Marley, Mark Dillen Stitham.
When was Pennyweight released and how long is it?
Pennyweight was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 39m.