Killer of Sheep

Nov 14 1978 N/A 1h 20m
Drama

An African-American man working at a slaughterhouse in the Watts area of Los Angeles leads a dissatisfied and listless existence.

Plot

Stan works in drudgery at a slaughterhouse. His personal life is drab. Dissatisfaction and ennui keep him unresponsive to the needs of his adoring wife, and he must struggle against influences which would dishonor and endanger him and his family.

Written by

Charles Burnett

Directed by

Charles Burnett

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Milestone FIlms

Languages

English

Awards

4 wins & 3 nominations

Scores
# of Votes
8,490
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
96
Popularity
NA