White Wash (2011)

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White Wash, the documentary, is a film exploring the complexity of race in America through the eyes of the ocean. Examining the history of "black consciousness" as it triumphs and evolves into the minds of black surfers, we learn the power of transcending race as a constructive phenomenon. The story… More White Wash, the documentary, is a film exploring the complexity of race in America through the eyes of the ocean. Examining the history of "black consciousness" as it triumphs and evolves into the minds of black surfers, we learn the power of transcending race as a constructive phenomenon. The story is narrated by the legendary, Grammy Award winner Ben Harper (Fistful of Mercy, Relentless 7, Ben Harper and the Innocent Criminals) along with Tariq "Blackthought" Trotter of the Grammy Award winning hip hop group, The Roots whom also originally scored the film. -- (C) Official Site

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 18 min.
Directed By: Ted Woods
Written By: Ted Woods
Genres: Documentary, Special Interest

In Theaters: Sep 23, 2011 Limited
Studio: Virgil Films

Critic Reviews

Rachel Saltz, New York Times
Employing the usual grab bag of documentary building blocks, Mr. Woods never quite melds his film into a compelling whole, though individual pieces can be fascinating.
Nick Schager, Village Voice
Even at 78 minutes, White Wash pads its material through repetition but remains a proficient portrait of how increased social, economic, and geographic opportunity fosters diversity -- in life and out on the waves.
Andrew Schenker, Slant Magazine
Feels simultaneously dense with information and analysis and as pleasantly breezy as a day at the beach-at least for its first half.