Ava DuVernay Criticizes U.S. Justice System and Trump’s Re-Election at Marrakech Film Festival

The filmmaker denounced systemic racial disparities and labeled U.S. leadership as 'criminals,' while addressing the challenges faced by her recent projects.

• Ava DuVernay spoke at the Marrakech Film Festival, criticizing Donald Trump’s re-election and systemic inequities in the U.S. justice system.
• She highlighted disparities that incarcerate Black individuals for minor offenses while powerful figures, including Trump, evade accountability.
• DuVernay reflected on the unexpected global resonance of her 2016 documentary '13th,' which examines racial injustice in the U.S. prison system.
• Her latest film, 'Origin,' faced limited distribution and struggled to find an audience, which she attributed partly to its complex themes and geopolitical timing.
• Fans and critics have been divided over her recent work, with some praising her focus on social issues and others critiquing the execution of her narratives.

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