Willie Schwarz
Willie Schwarz appears in Big Time (1988), a film that captures the chaotic essence of the 1980s underground culture. His role reflects the era's bold experimentation and raw energy, contributing to the film's cult status. While details about his career are sparse, his performance in Big Time encapsulates the spirit of exploitation cinema, making him a noteworthy figure in the genre's exploration of excess and rebellion.
Big Time
Combining performance footage of Tom Waits and his band with dramatic set pieces, this unique concert film showcases Waits' many talents. Waits plays a number of different characters in short vignettes, such as a ticket taker and a lighting operator. These scenes also incorporate Waits performing songs, which are taken mostly from his "Frank" albums. As the film moves across different areas of the theater, Waits also performs a series of monologues, demonstrating adept showmanship.
