10 Things We Learned from Producer Angela White (And You Should Know) – A Black Film Wire Exclusive

Angela White: The Visionary Expanding the Scope of Global Cinema

As June 2025 unfolds, powerhouse producer Angela White celebrates major milestones: her Pan-African thriller Nine now streams in 45 countries with unexpectedly strong viewership in Australia and the UK, while her faith-based hit A Question of Faith prepares for its Tubi debut seven years after its initial release - proving the enduring power of her storytelling. Angela White has long been a force in the entertainment industry, breaking barriers as a producer and entrepreneur committed to telling bold, meaningful stories. With a career spanning over two decades, she has championed diverse narratives, built bridges across cultures, and redefined what’s possible for women of color in film production.

Now, with Nine, a gripping international thriller set in Accra, Ghana, Angela takes storytelling to new heights. As the film sparks conversations about identity, morality, and human connection across borders, she continues to push the boundaries of what independent cinema can achieve.

In this exclusive conversation with Black Film Wire, Angela opens up about her journey, the challenges and triumphs of bringing Nine to life, and how she’s shaping the future of filmmaking for the next generation.

10 Things We Learned from Producer Angela White (That You Should Know)

1. Hiking, Travel, and Good Eats = The LA Producer’s Trifecta

We caught up with Angela White in between meetings, location calls, and what we can only describe as producer-mode in full swing. But when she’s not juggling film sets and pitch decks? “Hiking is my thing,” she shares. “I live in California, so it’s kind of the unofficial sport—everyone hikes. Grab a friend, hit the trail, and then grab something to eat after? Perfect day.” Her other great love? Traveling. “New cities, new cultures, new food—I’m in,” she says with a grin. “Exploring is how I reset.” So if you’re ever trying to find Angela off duty, check the nearest scenic trail or passport stamp. Either way, she’s always chasing perspective—and probably a really good meal.

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

2. She’s a Global Producer—But LA Will Always Be Home

Angela’s passport might as well be part of her producing toolkit. With projects shot across 11 cities and 2 countries, she’s a self-described "travel agent" for film, jetting off wherever the work takes her—whether Atlanta, Chicago, or Ghana. But don’t get it twisted: LA reigns supreme. "If somebody offered me two jobs, one in Atlanta and one in LA? I’m choosing LA every time," she laughs. For Angela, home isn’t just where the heart is—it’s where the creative magic happens.

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

3. She Turned a Short Film Into a Pan-African Phenomenon in Just 6 Months

When Angela first watched the short film that would become Nine, she saw something bigger: a cross-continental epic. "There was no way we were going to Ghana with just a short film," she says. So she challenged the team to expand it into a feature—and within three months, they did. Three months after that, they were on the ground shooting in Ghana, weaving together a cast from South Africa, Nigeria, the U.S., and Ghana, including Damien D. Smith, Kate Henshaw-Nuttal, Rosemary Zimu, Chris Attoh, Juliet Ibrahim, Chasity Saunders, Fred Nii Amugi, Ijeoma Grace Agu, and Adjetey Anang and so on—blending star power and fresh talent to create a truly transnational production.

For Angela, the mission was clear: "Your film has to be bigger than your doorstep." Now streaming in 45 countries (with subtitles in 4 languages), Nine is proof that African stories can resonate globally—even in places she’d "never heard of" before.

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

4. Ghana Stole Her Heart—And It’s Not Hard to See Why

Ask Angela what she loves about Ghana, and her answer is immediate: "They make you feel like you’re home." From the warmth of the people to the transformative experience of visiting Cape Coast’s historic sites, Ghana’s embrace of the diaspora moved her deeply. She’s not alone—thousands of African Americans now flock there yearly, some even securing citizenship.

For Angela, Ghana’s magic is in its intentional welcome: "It’s not just about seeing people who look like you. They want you there." When she brought her music supervisor for the first time, the reaction said it all: "Within 24 hours, she felt at home."

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

NINE, The Table Read

5. She’s Smashing Stereotypes—One Global Hit at a Time

The myth that “African-American films don’t cross borders”? Nine obliterated it—topping charts from the UK to Australia to Norway, and now dominating U.S. screens as the #3 film on TUBI. Angela’s secret? Universal storytelling with a multicultural cast. “If the film were all Ghanaian or all Nigerian, it wouldn’t have this reach,” she notes.

The numbers speak louder than borders:

• 7.8/10 on IMDb and rave reviews from critics in Denmark to South Africa.

• Millions of streams in countries she never marketed to (“The UK found us without ads—that’s word-of-mouth gold”).

• TUBI’s Top 3 proves the U.S. audience is just as hungry for her vision.

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

6. She Believes Faith-Based Films Demand Authenticity—No Faking It

Angela doesn’t just produce faith-based films—she lives them. Her 2017 drama A Question of Faith (starring Kim Fields and Richard T. Jones) follows three families—a grieving mother, a struggling restaurateur, and a distracted teen—whose lives collide through tragedy and divine intervention. Made with an intentionally devout cast and crew (“You can’t preach the word of God with atheists,” Angela insists), the film became a sleeper hit, earning $2.3M at the box office and still finding audiences seven years later—now gearing up for a Tubi relaunch this summer.

For Angela, genre dictates everything: Nine’s dark thriller energy wouldn’t work for Faith’s audience, and vice versa. Her rule? "Know your film before you shoot it—or don’t shoot it at all."

 - Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

7. Her Career Was Built on Mentorship—And She’s Paying It Forward

Another one of Angela’s secret weapons? A squad of mentors who’ve had her back for 20 years. "I didn’t go to film school," she admits. Instead, she credits her rise to guidance from industry vets—the kind she now provides through Backstage Pass to the Movie Industry, her online school teaching actors, writers, and producers the business behind the art.

From Zoom masterclasses to Sundance trips, Angela’s students span the globe. Her mantra? "There’s no ceiling in this industry." (And if you think there is? "Go back to the drawing board.")

- Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

8. She Calls Filmmaking "Gumbo"—Here’s Why

Ask Angela to compare producing to cooking, and she’ll serve up a piping-hot metaphor: "It’s gumbo." Why? Because just like the dish, filmmaking requires a mix of bold flavors—writers, actors, crew—all simmering together. "You can’t make a film alone," she insists. "But when it clicks? That’s the magic”.

Bonus: Her actual recipe for success? Start funding with your "tribe" (friends/family who believe in you), invest your own cash first, and never shy from crowdfunding.

- Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

9. She’s a Distribution Jedi—And Says Indie Filmmakers Should Own Their Power

Angela’s golden rule? "Begin with distribution in mind." For Nine, that meant a Ghana theatrical run first, then streaming in 45 countries. But her real advice? "Know your audience." Thriller fans won’t flock to Hallmark, and faith-based audiences might skip horror—so target accordingly.

Her backup plan? Film festivals. "Sundance can change your life overnight," she says. But if all else fails? "Build your own YouTube empire. Control your destiny."

-Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

10. She’s Already Plotting Nine’s Sequel—And More Thrillers

Angela’s slate is stacked: two new thrillers, a horror flick, and hopes for Nine 2 (that cliffhanger ending was very intentional). But she’s tight-lipped until projects drop—"confidentiality is key," she laughs.

She’s incredibly gorgeous and not stopping anytime soon-

Catch her recent work now: Who’s Cheating Who (BET) and the twisty thriller Darwin. And for aspiring collaborators? Hit up Backstage Pass—her virtual doors are open worldwide.

- Angela White, interview with The Black Film Wire

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BONUS: How to Connect with a Powerhouse Producer

Angela’s door is (digitally) open! Want to learn from her or collaborate? Here’s how to reach her:

Enroll in her online film school: backstagepasstothemovieindustry.com - Global classes for actors, writers, and producers.

Follow her: @msangelawhite on Instagram for behind-the-scenes truths and project updates.

Watch her latest work: Stream Nine (Amazon Prime) and watch the Darwin trailer to study her craft.