The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas (film)
- Burt Reynolds: Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd
- Dolly Parton: Mona Stangley
- Dom DeLuise: Melvin P. Thorpe
- Charles Durning: Governor
- Theresa Merritt: Jewel
- Jim Nabors: Deputy Fred
- Lois Nettleton: Dulcie Mae
- Robert Mandan: Sen. Charles Wingwood
- Barry Corbin: C. J.
- Mary Jo Catlett: Rita Crowell
- Mary Louise Wilson: Miss Modene
- Howard K. Smith
- Helen Kleeb: Dora
- Mickey Jones: Henry
- Bobby Fite: son of Dulcie Mae
- Paula Shaw: Jean Wulla
- Verne Lundquist: Football Announcer
- Lee Grosscup: Football Color Man
- Alice Drummond: Secretary of the Governor
- Thomas Myers: Advisor to the Senator
- Terri Treas: "Chicken Girl"
The most beautiful House of Pleasure in Texas ( original English title The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas) is an American comedy from 1982 with Burt Reynolds and Dolly Parton. Directed by Colin Higgins. The film is based on the musical of the same name by Carol Hall.
Action
Mona Stangley has taken over the "Chicken Ranch ", which enjoys an outstanding reputation in the state of Texas, from the previous boss. The Sheriff Ed Earl Dodd, they have a long standing affair. When the television reporter Melvin P. Thorpe leads a crusade against the establishment, sets the sheriff his reputation on the line to save the ranch.
Criticism
" Does the story also some striking swipe at bourgeois hypocrisy, it is disappointing as a musical. The melodies are unimaginative, and brilliant songs are missing altogether ," said the lexicon of international film.
Awards
Charles Durning was nominated for his role as governor for an Oscar in 1983 as Best Supporting Actor. The film received two Golden Globe nominations - for Dolly Parton for Best Actress - Musical or Comedy and Best Picture - Comedy or Musical.