Wigger (2010) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

Released in 2010, Wigger is a drame film directed by Omowale Akintunde, running about 88 minutes. “What do you do when you love something with all your 'art' and soul?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. "Wigger" is a spellbinding urban drama, which chronicles the life of a young, White, male (Brandon) who totally emulates and immerses himself in African American life and culture. Brandon is an aspiring R&B singer struggling to overcome the confines of a White racist, impoverished family headed by a neo-Nazi father who is absolutely appalled by his son's total identification with Black culture. Additionally, he is oft times reminded of his position of privilege by virtue of being White in a White, racist society despite his adamant efforts to transcend "Whiteness", institutionalized racism, and find a place for himself in a world in which he rejects Whiteness but is not always fully embraced by African American culture. Ultimately, this is the story of a young White, inner-city, male caught up in an emotional, psychological, experiential, and racial "Catch 22" determined to be granted acceptance in the life and culture with which he chooses to identify.

Who’s in it. Wigger stars Anna Maria Horsford, Meshach Taylor, David Oakes and Eric Harvey, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wigger page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wigger tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.