The Whyte Album is a Canadian coming-of-age drama film directed by Claudia Barrie and written by Sarah Schulman. The story follows 17-year-old Echo, a rebellious and musically talented teenager living in Montreal. Echo's mother passed away when she was young, and she has always had a strained relationship with her famous rock star father, Jac.
When Echo learns that Jac has woken up from a coma after 17 years, she is shocked and forced to bring him back to her home. Echo's life is turned upside down as she takes on the responsibility of caring for her emotionally unstable father while also trying to navigate her own personal and creative struggles.
As Echo tries to reconnect with her father and come to terms with their complicated past, she finds herself drawn to the world of music and begins to explore her own artistic potential. Along the way, she forms a deep connection with her father's former bandmate, Pete, who becomes a mentor and friend to Echo.
The film explores themes of family, identity, creativity, and the power of music to bring people together. It features a talented cast, including Torri Higginson as Echo's mother, Marc Béland as Jac, and Julian Richings as Pete. The Whyte Album is a heartfelt and poignant story about the complexities of relationships and the transformative power of music.