I am from WV and used to work in Boone County. But at least the world knows who the fuck we are. Any of you think you could survive the wild WV mountains with no education or job? July 26, 2010 @ You gotta kill the cow to get that beef or what, buddy? July 26, 2010 @ From the first time I watched this documentary, and every time I watched it thereafter( which is about two times a day average), I have had nothing but strong admiration and respect for the White family. Also they took the girl's baby because immediately after giving birth, the girl took some pills (Oxy, I think), crushed them up on the nightstand beside the bed, and snorted them right in the hospital. 60%. July 26, 2010 @ Fandom. home It is truly a fight for survival for him. 10:46 am. Who knows.. Bottom line is that we all need to be responsible for ourselves. I dont feel sorry for the White family. My hope is that people watch this film and pose questions that go beyond red states and blue states, outlaws and conformists, and instead address common, if unattractive, behaviors that make all of America a real, and not imaginary, America. Director. The townsfolk revile them as a pest, but also encourage them to take on roles as the local source of amusement and intrigue, egging-on bad behavior and eccentric tap-dancing for an evenings entertainment. Yet, although one family may be sitting at a ping-pong table and the other at a polished oak dinning table, Nitzberg shows us that common nexus of neurosis underlies the emotional space the group around that table share. If you need to flag this entry as abusive. That's how you survive in the country. In this documentary, fans of the charismatic, unpredictable mountain man get to spend some quality time with his kinfolk, and discover just what it is about the Whites that make them one of the most reviled families in all of West Virginia. We see a baby taken out of the arms of her mother, perhaps never to return, as she turns around snorts a line of something or other still in the hospital bed. i mean yeah we all have drug problems an stuff, but the way they made the movie seem is as if everybody in wv was like that, an i live in wv, an not all of us is like that. Contact Us | Privacy Policy | Employment | Affiliates Intranet We also raised hogs to get our meat. It worked perfectly to get the masses attention, but played right into the critics hands, including Hank III. It is also deserved, they openly boast about robbing and stealing, bullying and even stabbing. p. 518, and elsewhere.Mantegazza, in his 'Viaggi e Studi,' strongly insists on this same principle. CPS took it. . Jesco White, also known as the "Dancing Outlaw" (born July 30, 1956) is an American folk dancer and entertainer. Were was the Wonderful? Honestly why should we even care about this movie? I come from a neighborhood w/ straight gangsters. Business leaders recognize the benefits of diversity. They sustain their lives that way. Yet, when one takes a step backs from the alien aesthetics, another story emerges that sits firmly within a tradition of independent films such as Happiness, Magnolia, and American Beauty. We do have pockets of diversity in the state. There's an isolated community of mixed-race (black, white and American Indian) people who have populated their own West Virginia town since the early 1800s; black scholar Henry Louis Gates was traced back to this community via DNA on his PBS show "Finding Your Roots." So the state has some surprisingly progressive history. The Hispanic population is growing in the Eastern Panhandle. One took a bar about that long [indicates length] and 'bout as big around as a quarter and hit the old man. After tonight, you might not see Mamie again. Share. The following is a discussion of how three documentaries set in rural West Virginia, Dancing Outlaw (1991), The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia (2009), and Oxyana (2013) have strengthened the idea of the "white trash criminal" in American discourse. I don't need no rehab. After the death of his father, Jesco obtained D. Ray's tapping shoes which he wears while performing. When I met Dennis, I liked him 'cause he looked good. Seven Days Vermont wrote an article about him and his inclusive business in 2021 that you can read here. Who's gonna fuckin' pack Mamie in? I'll tell ya straight up what I like. Copyright 2023 West Virginia MetroNews Network. and as in quest of it they seek wild adventures hundreds of miles abroad, they are still extremely careful to avert the least injury to it when their equally harsh enemy, . Your email address will not be published. The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia is a 2009 documentary film chronicling the White family of Boone County, West Virginia. The TV series aimed to showcase "the unsung geniuses and charismatic madmen of Appalachian county. The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia is a 2009 documentary film chronicling the White family of Boone County, . But the biggest standout part was this kid apparently playing in these crap toys and popped up out of nowhere saying Momma, tell em how that mother(cusser) tried to punch you at church. Their entire life is a party with no responsibility, and they steal to get what they want, which is drugs. I felt the film was well done and I personally am becoming a fan of Johnny Knoxville the more projects he gets involved in. It all started back in 1992 when Jesco White was the subject of Dancing Outlaw, a documentary directed by Julien Nitzberg about mountain dancing. Hank III may know more about the details of this project than any of us do though and may not have been happy with the way it was handled. 3:07 am, I havent seen all of the wild wonderful whites but I have meet her sat in her living room and talked with Mamie she a good person and my friend so dont judge her till you meet her everyone makes mistakes and we should all clean out our on closest before we talk about someone else. The prescription drug trade finances many a family in WV, not just the Whites. "The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia" reveals the story of the White family that leads a live-free-and-die-young life. Apple TV & Privacy Have you ever been to those parts? I've always been the sexiest one in the family. I watched the film on Amazon a couple weeks back and I found it both moving and slightly exploitative. April 1, 2016 @ These people are the worst trash in the world, no morality, abuse of the mother, wife beating, shooting, the works. The movie was a bit depressing. Let me show you my no-good, son-of-a-bitchin' husband. This is my ABSOLUTE FAVORITE MOVIE OF ALL TIME. The family is truly inspiring and loving. A year in the life of the White family, well known for Jesco White, the star of the "Dancing Outlaw" documentary.A year in the life of the White family, well known for Jesco White, the star of the "Dancing Outlaw" documentary.A year in the life of the White family, well known for Jesco White, the star of the "Dancing Outlaw" documentary. Since the release of the film, Mamie and other White Family members have distanced from the depictions, and claimed they were taken advantage of by the film . They are a symbol for whats wrong, and in some ways whats right about America. Now Playing; Coming Soon; The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. Im pretty sure that was in the version I saw on Amazon. rubygirl now they are old and not. He was in a wheelchair with one leg. Also Hank Willams the Third just didnt like the true Whites and is a little embarrsed at the way the movie came out..Hank the Third is a loser anyway,after his digs on Kid Rock I think he is a FAG! And when everything's--you're asking a prayer about believing, you will receive. I'm not going to give up. They are great people, awesome to hang out with. The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. My favorite buzzchoice of buzzis marijuana. A year in the life of the White family, well known for Jesco White, the star of the "Dancing Outlaw" documentary. Matthew Every circumstance I met with served only to render my state more painful, and heighten my apprehensions, and my opinion of the cruelty of the whites. They grewup poor n some cant or dont know how to get out. I totally agree with Red. What's PCP? i saw the movie and i agree with hankIII. Love my peeps JJ, I recently caught the film on Netflix and have to say that the Whites are simply drug addicted crack dealers. Jesco, he started sniffing that gas and lighter fluid and we couldn't do nothin' with him. The 49ers will also attempt . family_home. With J. Parker Bazzle II, Big & Rich, Ponty's Camper, Derek Wayne Castle. All rights reserved. Talking Feet is the first documentary to feature flatfoot, buck, hoedown, and rural tap dancing, the styles of solo Southern dancing which are a companion to traditional old-time music and on which modern clog dancing is based. 8:39 pm. July 28, 2010 @ The White patriarch, D. Ray, was killed on July 2, 1985 due to a gunshot in the chest. ), that man admires and often tries to exaggerate whatever characters nature may have given him, is shewn in many ways."-- The Descent of Man (1871) by Charles Darwin Several of the White family could spout Bible doctrines, but then laughed at them or ignored them. If I was the State I would have Kirk do weekly drug tests for a year before she gets her child back. Increased diversity may push some of us out of our comfort zone, but it is an important piece of the puzzle for economic growth and a better future. 4.5star. So now everybody knows all about Mamie White and Jesco White, now by God it's time you learn about the rest of us fuckin' Whites. [8] White gave an on-camera interview while in jail and stated that he had been drug-free for 30 years. Copyright 2023 You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. 12:51 pm, I have not watched the movie yet fully intend on it soon. You won't have to worry about this shit. Then do a fuckn movie. Pain is inflicted sharply in every direction: sisters have died in car collisions, children with gun accidents. She enters rehab and stays clean for a while, how long for we don't know yet. Palin's grip of the "Real America" has been rightfully challenged by director Julien Nitzberg and producer Johnny Knoxville in their just-released documentary, The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. Stumbled across the movie. I dont know how much of a movie that would have been though. I wouldn't snitch nobody out. Hank Williams III appears in The Wild & Wonderful Whites of West Virginia in commentary scenes, as well as in music performances with Jesco White shot outside of Hank Jr's cabin. Support. July 26, 2010 @ Watson, an American, was accused of the murder of his wife on their honeymoon while they were scuba-diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Fightin', cussin' out the cop, drug charges. Sitting on couches and wondered over by lap-dogs, the Whites rank their favorite drugs, over shake their prescription bottles in front of the camera and take a toke of a joint. July 11, 2011 @ Or maybe it shows a group of people who have had the same opportunity to live a good life and chose to go a different path.. you decide. Such interesting debate here and I think every point made is a valid one. "[15][16] The director used this opportunity to unveil Jesco's talent and introduce America to the Dancing Outlaw. In my opinion of what Hank III said is thathe doesnt support THAT movie. How could you NOT want to see the film after seeing that? 99.9% Wild 1% Wonderful my 2 cents.. Tweets that mention Saving Country Music Blog Archive Hank III Disses New White Family Movie -- Topsy.com It seems like our lives have just been a party and we just live like it's a story. Well Chris, because they can be exploited, thats why. 12:31 am. Really? For eighth-graders in West Virginia, the Golden Horseshoe test is a rite of passage. In addition to getting in trouble with the law, the Whites, who live deep within Appalachia, uphold a . English. What pieces of crap! The old man taught all the kids the behavior you see, the mother allowed it and the law state government should put an end to their free loading lifestyle. By entering your email and clicking Sign Up, you're agreeing to let us send you customized marketing messages about us and our advertising partners. Rev.Nix This is a shame. Exactly! ? He's this [shoots birds]. Its a real rollercoaster of emotion at times. I've always had comments from thousands of people. There is one thing I find odd. But you've got to believe it. What ensued that was movie worthy was really out of the makers control, and it happened to not involve Jesco much. Just because some has money doesnt mean we should fucking shun them i herd a story about the jack ass crew showing up to a Bob Wayne show one time and damn near buying them outta Merch to show support and that is straight from bobs mouth.. Johnny Knoxville helping with this film is a fucking good thing. Ona Fontaine White - 1951-1971 - daughter of D. Ray and Bertie; murdered by ex-husband Clyde Davis. My diploma is a DD214 Re: The Wild and Wonderful Whites of West Virginia. . Mamie had a very small appearance in the original The Dancing Outlaw movie that was released through PBS in 1991 that began the cultural fascination with the White family of West Virginia, and eventually landed her brother Jesco appearances on the TV show Rosanne and other high profile roles. Being free and doing what you want to shouldnt mean being violent and unpredictable to people who cant defend theirselves. Ive never seen the movie but Ive seen Jesco spewing threats and acting like an idiot on previous movies and interviews. I do agree though that they could have taken a different perspective if they wanted and focused on the positive. West Virginia is a state in the Appalachian, Mid-Atlantic and Southeastern regions of the United States. Campfire Outfitter. Hank III definately has a point.He probably saw Dancing Outlaw which focuses almost entirely on Jesco and his tap dancing.Its a great little film and if youre interested in The Whites you have to see it. That is at least worth 90 minutes of his time, no? I'll just run up into traffic and they can just kill me! View Site info. If I were from WV I would be embarassed and mad as hell that my tax dollars support such a worthless group of people. News Between loving the American south, country music, owning chihuahuas, driving an old American car, working in television and being 37 and single. Her would-be son-in-law and unlikely antagonist of The Palins soap opera, Levi Johnston, who once proudly declared " I'm a f---in' redneck" before he sold-out and became a PlayGirl pinup and Kathy Griffin-approved gay icon. In 20 yrs you will see the children shown in the film going down the same evil path, even worse. July 26, 2010 @ I said if you wanna live to see tomorrow, you better start fryin' them eggs a lil' bit better than what you're fryin' em. 8:32 pm. ET, FOX). 6:28 pm. I'm losin' my mom, and that's all the fuck I got. It is a beautiful area in many respects, but one does also feel an unseen gloominess. Overview. In addition to getting in trouble with the law . Hank Williams III appears in The Wild & Wonderful Whites of West Virginia in commentary scenes, as well as in music performances with Jesco White shot outside of Hank Jrs cabin. I grew up with them. I ended up shooting at the cops from November 21 to the 22nd, at 4:30 that morning when they apprehended me. Young originally came to Boone County in search of D. Ray who had been murdered years prior. My judge likes me. The film never shows the drug use in front of the children, (really). Hank has been showing people the way for years and doing it his way. 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