Whitewash (1994 film)
Whitewash is a 1994 television special and animated short film that was based on a true story.[1] The program was produced and directed by Michael Sporn with a screenplay by Ntozake Shange. Ruby Dee and Linda Lavin provide voices for the animated characters.
Whitewash | |
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Directed by | Michael Sporn |
Starring | Ruby Dee Linda Lavin |
Music by | Caleb Sampson |
Country of origin | United States |
Original language(s) | English |
Production | |
Producer(s) | Michael Sporn |
Running time | 25 minutes |
Production company(s) | HBO F-Stop Studio Michael Sporn Animation |
Distributor | First Run Features HBO Warner Bros. Television Distribution |
Release | |
Original network | HBO |
Original release | August 16, 1994 |
Plot
The family special, based on a true story, uses animation to tell the story of a little black girl's encounter with mindless racism. On their way home from school, Helene and her brother are attacked by a group of white thugs who beat him up and spray-paint her face white. Why would anyone do this? With her wise grandmother's help, Helene is able to get over her hurt.
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References
- Heffley, Lynne (June 25, 1998). "'Whitewash' Hits Racism Head-On in Moving Message of Hope, Unity". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 25, 2015.
External links
- Whitewash on IMDb
- Ntozake Shange Papers, 1966-2016; Barnard Archives and Special Collections, Barnard Library, Barnard College.
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