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Join us at the ARRAY campus for a day of food, film and fun! Starting Saturday, August 3. www.arrayplay.com

“The reason why I think this is extraordinary is because when I was young, I always wanted to be in that 30 Under 30,” says filmmaker Ava DuVernay. “I never was. And I thought, ‘Oh, my chance to be in one of those cool things has passed.’ But look at me now: I'm 50 Over 50! It's fantastic.” https://lnkd.in/emcBZTBa

Guess who is coming to ARRAY Creative Campus? The legendary director Bill Duke and award-winning filmmakers Patricia Cardoso and Ed Zwick join us for ARRAY 360! Our signature film series will pay special tribute to Mr. Duke with a retrospective of his work, including HOODLUM and DEEP COVER. We're also kicking off our new director commentary series with Patricia Cardoso presenting REAL WOMEN HAVE CURVES and Ed Zwick presenting GLORY. Cinema + Conversation + Community! All at ARRAY's Creative Campus in LA! Reserve your FREE TIX @ https://arrayplay.com/!

To celebrate turning 60, Melinda French Gates sat down with iconic changemakers of all ages to talk about their biggest life transitions for a special series, “Moments That Make Us.” In this episode, she chats with award-winning filmmaker Ava DuVernay about her journey from being a publicist to making films, her society-shifting vision for the industry, the habit she wished she’d started earlier in life, and why it’s important not to have a fixed idea about yourself—no matter your age.

Darren Walker is the quiet force behind so much of ARRAY’s success in the non-profit space. Our educational work. Our law enforcement accountability work. Our public programming. Even, our latest film, ORIGIN. All of it has been powered by the vision of Mr. Walker, who cold called our founder Ava DuVernay one day out of the blue after seeing her film, “13th,” and advised her on how to expand ARRAY’s reach through philanthropic support. Under Mr. Walker’s leadership, the Ford Foundation has supported countless artists, entrepreneurs and organizations with an eye toward social progress. ARRAY is proud to be a part of his mighty legacy. And, as he chooses to spread his wings and retire from Ford, we eagerly await his next steps and cheer him on every step of the way. Thank you, Mr. Walker. We salute you today and everyday. https://lnkd.in/d9kxbMZp

Where will the banning of books lead? Ava’s roundtable discussion with college students encourages viewers to investigate history for themselves through ORIGIN and to question the implications of our modern political landscape. WATCH: “Our America: Hidden Stories with Ava DuVernay” streaming now on Hulu. 

“For fifty years, The Humanitas Prizes have recognized writers who explore the human condition in a nuanced, meaningful way, with stories that entertain and uplift audiences,” said Humanitas executive director Michelle Franke. “The Humanitas Prizes champion work that enhances the lives of viewers, even if these projects are not always rewarded by the marketplace.” On this lovely Fri-YAY we're celebrating the "Drama Feature Film" nomination of ORIGIN written by Ava DuVernay! ORIGIN is now streaming on Hulu! View the full nominee list via Variety: https://lnkd.in/gs2G2Z8N

TUNE-IN! Debuting this month, ARRAY founder Ava DuVernay hosts a multi-faceted ABC television special centered on the caste system in America. “Our America: Hidden Stories with Ava DuVernay” dives deep into the themes of DuVernay’s critically acclaimed film, “ORIGIN,” exploring the interconnected issues of caste, racism, sexism and more. The special, produced by ARRAY Filmworks and ABC Owned Television Stations, kicks off this Sunday, July 14 across ABC Owned Television Stations broadcast and digital platforms, and will be available to stream on Hulu starting July 19. Be sure to check your local listings! Learn more about this not-to-miss TV event via TheWrap here: https://lnkd.in/gG7d5TVu

We had a time! Thanks Essence! "Day two of the 2024 ESSENCE Festival of Culture feels like a family reunion. The first-day jitters have evaporated into the NOLA humidity, the vibe is familiar, and the dialect is open. At ESSENCE Film Festival, many young and bright eyes spilled throughout the room, excited to hear gems drop from storyteller and screenwriter Ava Duvernay. In an exclusive one-on-one with ESSENCE CEO Caroline Wanga, Duvernay discussed her critically acclaimed film Origin, based on the true story of the deep discovery of the root of discrimination and the historical shift it’s made within global cultures. She spoke profoundly of her work, almost as if it was birthed from her like a child."

Louis Vuitton: Director Ava DuVernay on Creating Films and the Power of Storytelling Ava sits down with host Loïc Prigent in a captivating conversation about her outstanding career — from her first job to her first short film, her unique way of directing with a commitment to inclusion and diversity and upcoming projects.  Louis Vuitton https://lnkd.in/gmnDkyW9