White Face

White Face

2017 · 21 min · Drama

The story of New York actor Charles Rodgers, a man who hates his Black skin and all the hardship that comes with it. Feeling trapped by his race, Charles believes he has found the solution to his problems - change his appearance to embody "Whiteness" - erase all that he has ever been and join the group he believes he should be a part of. But is this ever possible?

Directed by Mtume Gant · Written by Mtume Gant

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Mtume Gant Charles Rodgers
Valentine Bureau Woman
Parnia Ayari Jessica
Frank Deal Acting Teacher
Kara Young Kara

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