Viaje al país de los blancos

Viaje al país de los blancos (2026)



6.9 2026 — —

Director: Dani Sancho

Cast: Ousman Umar, Emma Vilarasau, Benjamin Adams, Jordi Bosch, Victor Sey

Drama
Ousman Umar, a young Ghanaian man, leaves his village inspired by visions of the land of the white people, a faraway place that sparks his curiosity. After a perilous journey full of obstacles, he reaches Barcelona and finds that life there is nothing like he imagined—until he meets Montse, who welcomes him into her family and gives him love, support, and the chance to build a future.

More About This Film

Viaje al país de los blancos is a Spanish drama based on the extraordinary true story of Ghanaian activist Ousman Umar. The film follows his journey from Ghana toward Europe and the experiences that shaped his later commitment to education and human rights.

Directed by Dani Sancho, the film combines a personal coming-of-age perspective with a broader story about migration, resilience, and the search for a better future. Ousman Umar himself appears in the film, adding a direct connection between the real-life story and its cinematic adaptation.

  • Dani Sancho directed the film.
  • The screenplay was written by Guillem Clua.
  • Ousman Umar plays his adult self.
  • Emma Vilarasau is part of the cast.
  • The film is adapted from Umar's autobiographical book and opened the 2026 BCN Film Fest.

Where to Watch

The film's initial release is centered on Spanish theatrical and later digital distribution.