Matt Walsh's documentary 'Am I Racist?' premiered on October 28, 2024, and has quickly gained attention for its provocative content and unique comedic style. The film critiques the diversity, equity, and inclusion (D.E.I.) industry, which Walsh claims has become a lucrative business. Utilizing a Borat-style approach, Walsh engages in controversial scenes, such as asking students to identify the 'most racist person in the room.' This bold tactic has contributed to the film's success, making it the highest-grossing documentary at the U.S. box office in the past six years, grossing over $9 million overall [e8702e41].
The documentary is available for streaming on DailyWire Plus, with subscriptions starting at $15 per month. For viewers outside the U.S., accessing the film can be done using a VPN. Walsh's film has sparked a wide range of reactions, with some praising its humor while others criticize its approach to serious racial issues. The film's theatrical release was the first for The Daily Wire, founded by Ben Shapiro, and it has been met with mixed audience engagement, as seen during its initial showing in Burbank, California, where only five attendees were present [aeec5b0c].
Critics have noted that Walsh's nostalgic view of the 1990s overlooks significant racial events, and his interactions with D.E.I. experts, including Robin DiAngelo, have raised eyebrows. DiAngelo, who participated in the film for a $15,000 fee, later expressed feelings of being manipulated, emphasizing the importance of dialogue on race. This reflects the broader implications of Walsh's portrayal of race and comedy in contemporary society [f18b1e0d].