Gurney Norman's short story, navigates the intricate relationship between young Wilgus Collier and the enigmatic Fat Monroe. As Wilgus embarks on his journey home, he encounters Monroe, whose peculiar personality and antics challenge the boy's perceptions of the world and the adults within it. Many viewers will resonate with the frustration of navigating adult sarcasm during childhood, making the narrative universally relatable.
Andrew Garrison
Director
Gurney Norman
Writer
Ned Beatty
Fat Monroe
William Johnson
Wilgus Collier
Jerry Johnson
Glen Collier
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