Morgan White is an award-winning Canadian director and producer. He is widely acclaimed for his work in narrative and documentary films which explore the nuances of human relationships and the complexities of family life.
White was born in Toronto, Ontario in 1978. He graduated from the University of Toronto with a degree in English and Film Studies and soon after began his career as a freelance director. He worked on a variety of projects, from short films to documentaries, before eventually making his feature film debut in 2010 with the psychological thriller, 'Mourning Has Broken.' The film was an official selection for the Toronto International Film Festival and earned White several awards, including Best Canadian Feature at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
White's next feature film, 'Lemonade,' was released in 2013 and was an official selection for the Berlin International Film Festival. It was a coming-of-age story about a group of young adults struggling with their choices in life. The film earned White two Genie Awards and an Audience Award at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
In 2015, White wrote and directed his third feature film, 'The Other Half.' The film, starring Tatiana Maslany and Tom Cullen, examines the complex relationship between two people struggling with mental illness. The film was a critical success and earned White a nomination for Best Canadian Feature at the Toronto International Film Festival.
Since 2015, White has been focused primarily on producing and directing documentary films. His most recent film, 'Ruthless,' was released in 2020. The film follows the story of a young woman's struggles with addiction and her attempts to reclaim her life. It won the award for Best Canadian Feature at the Vancouver International Film Festival.
White's work has been praised for its thoughtful and nuanced look at the human condition. His films often explore the complexity of relationships and the importance of family. White is an incredible talent and his work continues to be celebrated both in Canada and abroad.
