“White Boy Rick” is a highly anticipated 2018 crime drama film based on the true story of Richard Wershe Jr., who in the 1980s became the youngest ever FBI informant and later, the youngest person ever convicted of Federal drug trafficking charges.
The film stars newcomer Richie Merritt as Rick Wershe Jr., and Matthew McConaughey as Rick’s father, Richard Wershe Sr. The cast also includes Bruce Dern, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Piper Laurie, and Bel Powley.
“White Boy Rick” had its world premiere at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, where it received mixed reviews from critics. However, McConaughey’s performance was praised, …