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How film changes the way we see the world | Ava DuVernay
Jan 19, 2024
Ava DuVernay, an award-winning filmmaker known for her impactful works, discusses her latest project, adapting the book 'Caste' into the film 'Origin'. She reveals the challenges of conveying complex themes of oppression and the innovative techniques in independent filmmaking. DuVernay emphasizes the importance of making films accessible to youth, revealing her initiative to sponsor tickets for 16-year-olds. She also reflects on the transformative power of storytelling and the necessity of creating supportive spaces for underrepresented artists.
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- Eva DuVernay defied expectations and successfully adapted the 'unadaptable' book, 'Caste,' into the film 'Origin,' showcasing the power of embracing common challenges to combat social ills.
- Despite facing funding challenges, Eva DuVernay raised independent funding, filmed across multiple continents, and created a website called seat16.com to provide free access to the film, ensuring its impact extends beyond the screen.
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Eva DuVernay's Inspiration for Making the Film
Eva DuVernay was inspired to take on the project of adapting Isabel Wilkerson's book, Cast, into a feature film despite being told it was unadaptable. She felt connected to the stories and characters in the book, which explore the idea that embracing the commonalities of our challenges can combat social ills. DuVernay used Wilkerson's life and work as the impetus for the movie and found parallels between her personal stories and the historical context of cast. With independent funding, she was able to bring the complex theories and social phenomena of cast to life in a narrative film.
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