

Ted & Venus
"An immaculate obsession..."
Overview
Ted is a 1970s Venice Beach poet who spends his days drifting along the boardwalk, reciting his poetry to anyone who will listen. His life changes when a bikini-clad beauty named Linda strolls by him. Instantly, Ted believes he's found his "Venus" and becomes obsessed with Linda. He tries to woo her with poetry, obscene phone calls and romantic overtures, all to disastrous effect.
Movie Details
Languages
English
Key Crew

Bud Cort
Director

Bud Cort
Screenplay
Cast

Bud Cort
Ted Whitley

James Brolin
Max Waters
Kim Adams
Linda Turner

Carol Kane
Colette

Pamella D'Pella
Gloria

Brian Thompson
Herb

Rhea Perlman
Grace

Woody Harrelson
Homeless Vietnam Veteran

Martin Mull
Ted's Attorney

Roberta Wallach
District Attorney

Timothy Leary
Judge William H. Converse

Tricia O'Neil
Judge Katherine Notch

Tony Genaro
Bailiff

Vincent Schiavelli
Publisher

Andrea Martin
Bag Lady

Cassandra Peterson
Lisa

Tracy Reiner
Shelly

Arleen Sorkin
Marcia

Pat McCormick
Marcia's Elderly Boyfriend

Gena Rowlands
Mrs. Turner














