Ted & Venus (1991)

4.5/10 100 min Comedy Drama Romance

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.

Cast

Bud Cort

Ted Whitley

James Brolin

Max Waters

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

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