( ENSPIRE Entertainment ) Celebrating the Convergence of Art, Music, and Film in a Weekend of Exclusive Screenings
In an unprecedented collaboration, the acclaimed film “ORIGIN” by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay is set to take center stage at Art Basel Miami 2023. Partnering with Tribeca Festival and UBS, the celebration will unfold on December 8th in Miami Beach for a private screening, followed by a public screening at the Regal South Beach on December 9th at 1 pm ET.
The exclusive weekend, supported by UBS, a leading global wealth manager and the Global Lead Partner for Art Basel, promises a unique blend of art, music, and film. UBS, as the social impact partner of the events, is dedicated to innovative solutions for pressing social issues worldwide.
“ORIGIN” unfolds the compelling narrative of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson, portrayed by Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor. Crossing continents and cultures, Isabel investigates a global phenomenon, weaving a tale of tragedy, triumph, and the human spirit. The stellar cast includes Niecy Nash-Betts, Jon Bernthal, Vera Farmiga, Nick Offerman, Victoria Pedretti, Connie Nielsen, and Finn Wittrock. The film is poised for a theatrical release on January 19, 2024, following an exclusive one-week engagement in NY and LA starting December 8th.
Ava DuVernay expressed her excitement about representing the art form of filmmaking at Art Basel, anticipating a weekend of sharing their work with artists, advocates, and the Art Basel community.
Art Basel Director Vincenzo de Bellis shared his delight in bringing screenings of DuVernay’s work to Art Basel’s audiences, extending the fair’s spirit beyond the halls and creating a transformative cultural experience in Miami Beach.
UBS, through its social impact and philanthropy work, has partnered with ARRAY Alliance to support the ORIGIN screening and ARRAY’s Seat 16 campaign. This collaboration aims to provide 16-year-olds across the country with learning guides and access to the film, highlighting the film’s commitment to fostering understanding and connection to our shared humanity.
Jamie Sears, Managing Director at UBS, emphasized that “ORIGIN” represents a powerful new business model leveraging mission-driven funding at scale to ensure important stories are told
Tribeca Festival’s co-founder and CEO, Jane Rosenthal, highlighted the film’s potential to inspire change, shifting hearts and minds on a cellular level. She expressed delight in hosting a special screening at Art Basel, emphasizing the societal need for the message of “ORIGIN.”
As Art Basel continues to expand its engagement beyond art fairs, this collaboration exemplifies the intersection of art and film, creating a unique and unforgettable experience for attendees.
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