Whitewash
"A little black girl learns about racism."
Originally released in 1994. Whitewash is a animation/family film. directed by Michael Sporn. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Serena Henry, Linda Lavin, and Ruby Dee
Synopsis
When Helene Angel walks home from school with her older brother she is attacked by a street gang and painted white. The effect on Helene and her family is devastating. Helene locks herself in her room, her brother blames himself for not having successfully defended his sister, and the media descends on their neighborhood, completely disrupting her small family. But an outpouring of love and understanding from Helene's friends, classmates and family helps her face what has happened and draws the community together. Inspired by actual events, WHITEWASH conveys a powerful message that transcends age and race, told in an entertaining way perfect for children of all ages.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 16, 1994
31 years ago
Runtime
0h 25m
25 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Michael Sporn Animation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitewash about?
When Helene Angel walks home from school with her older brother she is attacked by a street gang and painted white. The effect on Helene and her family is devastating. Helene locks herself in her r...
Who directed Whitewash?
Whitewash was directed by Michael Sporn.
How long is Whitewash?
Whitewash has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Whitewash released?
Whitewash was released on August 16, 1994 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Whitewash?
The main cast of Whitewash includes Serena Henry, Linda Lavin, Ruby Dee, Ndehru Roberts, Randy Kaplan.