A Conversation with Ava DuVernay: Resistance, Storytelling, and Film

Join us for a conversation between Oscar-nominated filmmaker and screenwriter Ava DuVernay and Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad.
DuVernay’s latest film ‘Origin’ is a powerful adaptation of Isabel Wilkerson’s book ‘Caste’, taking a broad look at underlying systems of social hierarchies. It draws connections between race in the United States, the persecution of Jews in Nazi Germany, and the system of caste in India. By translating these true stories to screen, ‘Origin’ fosters a crucial dialogue on the American understanding of race.
At this event hosted by the Institutional Antiracism and Accountability Project (IARA) and the Institute of Politics, we will explore the relationship between film and advancing racial equity, asking: how is film an effective platform for shaping an informed and critical public narrative about race in the U.S.? And for the filmmakers attempting to do this, what barriers are standing in the way?

[@patriciaching100]

I watched Caste 2 1/2 times.. then downloaded the audible book.. and kindle.. (to be able to search words) The word Caste .. socializing racism in so many forms.. I am able to catch caste within myself and self correct. Coming from a alcoholic family I know caste, though I knew it as a fist in my face ..Thank you Ave DuVerney a picture is worth 10,000 words x's infinity and back.. You did It... Maya Angelo would be proud of you!!! ❤

[@gcmlrd12]

Thank you for sharing this. ARTIST she is says Rank . What a beautiful being. 👋 Ava not many experience life with the ability you possess. Not many experience life as immortality thank you for your dreams.

[@Deecha515]

Wow! Love her authenticity 😊

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A magnificent human being. 🌞🫶🏼🖖🏼