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Celebrate this extraordinary film that is one of the defining American books of our time, inspired by the New York Times best-seller based “Caste,” Origin explores the mystery of history, the wonders of romance, and a fight for the future of us all. Enjoy a complimentary glass of Cape Howe wine from 6.15pm before the film commences at 7.30pm.About the film:
While grappling with tremendous personal tragedy, writer Isabel Wilkerson sets herself on a path of global investigation and discovery.
Written and directed by Academy Award nominee Ava DuVernay, Origin chronicles the tragedy and triumph of Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she investigates a global phenomenon of epic proportions.
Portrayed by Academy Award nominee Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor (King Richard), Isabel experiences unfathomable personal loss and love as she crosses continents and cultures to craft one of the defining American books of our time. Inspired by the New York Times best-seller “Caste,” Origin explores the mystery of history, the wonders of romance and a fight for the future of us all.
REVIEWS
“A brilliant cinematic masterpiece" Forbes
“Here’s something rare: A movie that matters” ABC News
“Monumental” Variety
“Unfolds with fierce focus, full of heart and vibrant intent” BBC
"It’s hard to recall a movie made for general audiences that takes ideas so seriously, that makes the pursuit of them appear so thrilling..." Richard Brody for The New Yorker
"DuVernay’s adaptation of journalist Isabel Wilkerson’s nonfiction work Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, brims with intoxicated conviction." RogerEbert.com
" Few (movies) are as revolutionary in scope, form, and purpose as [Origin]" Observer
"Wilkerson’s book offers a new way to look at age-old concepts. DuVernay’s film gives us a new way to process them." Time Out
"By the end, DuVernay has, with editor Spencer Averick’s fleet stitching, massaged her adaptation’s various threads into a collage of insight and emotion worth treasuring." Los Angeles Times
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Luna Outdoor Cinema, 155 Oxford Street,Perth,WA,Australia
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