Whitewash (1994 film)
| Whitewash | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Michael Sporn |
| Produced by | Michael Sporn |
| Starring | Ruby Dee Linda Lavin |
| Music by | Caleb Sampson |
Production companies | |
| Distributed by | First Run Features |
Release date | August 16, 1994 |
Running time | 25 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
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.
Plot
This 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.
References
- ^ Heffley, Lynne (June 25, 1998). "'Whitewash' Hits Racism Head-On in Moving Message of Hope, Unity". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved June 25, 2015.
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