Movie

White Material

“In the African heat, one woman stands alone”

★ 6.7(177)20101h 46m

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Good to know

Director: Claire Denis
Release date: 2010-03-24
Runtime: 1h 46m
Language: French
Status: Released
Country: France
Studio: Why Not Productions

White Material — trailer

About White Material

White Material is a 2010 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Claire Denis, starring Isabelle Huppert, Christopher Lambert and Nicolas Duvauchelle. It has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 177 viewers. Below you can see where to watch White Material in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In the midst of a volatile regime change in a Francophone African state, Maria Vial is fighting to sustain her family’s coffee plantation. With rebels and the army struggling for control, French peacekeeping forces move out, warning the remaining white residents that they’re on their own. But Maria refuses to be driven off the land, even as tragedy looms.

Cast

Isabelle Huppert

Maria Vial

Christopher Lambert

André Vial

Nicolas Duvauchelle

Manuel Vial

Isaach de Bankolé

Boxer

William Nadylam

Chérif

Michel Subor

Henri Vial

Adèle Ado

Lucie

Ali Barkai

Jeep

Thomas Dumerchez

Themes & keywords

rebellionafricafemale protagonistcolonialismwoman directorcoffee plantation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch White Material in Canada?+

White Material is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is White Material on Netflix?+

White Material is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is White Material?+

White Material has a runtime of 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

Who stars in White Material?+

White Material stars Isabelle Huppert, Christopher Lambert, Nicolas Duvauchelle, Isaach de Bankolé and William Nadylam.

When did White Material come out?+

White Material is a 2010 movie directed by Claire Denis.

What genre is White Material?+

White Material is Drama film.

Who directed White Material?+

White Material was directed by Claire Denis.