Black and White (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 2008, Black and White is a comedy and romance film directed by Cristina Comencini, running about 100 minutes. “In life, not everything is black and white... there are shades of gray” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Racial integration is Elena's profession and passion, not only filling her working day as a cultural mediator assisting immigrants, but spilling over into her home life as well. All too often her husband Carlo must attend charity events where he feels distinctly out of place. During one of these evenings, Carlo meets Nadine, a beautiful black woman.
Who’s in it. Black and White stars Fabio Volo as Carlo, Ambra Angiolini as Elena, Aïssa Maïga as Nadine and Ériq Ebouaney as Bertrand, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Black and White has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Black and White page.
If you liked it. Fans of Black and White tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Black and White (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Black and White change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Black and White worth watching?
- Black and White holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Black and White?
- Black and White stars Fabio Volo, Ambra Angiolini, Aïssa Maïga, Ériq Ebouaney and Katia Ricciarelli.
- When was Black and White released?
- Black and White was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.