Meryl Streep Leads 'Sophie's Choice' 40th Anniversary Celebration

The iconic actress reunites with co-stars and reflects on the film's enduring impact.

Meryl Streep, Kevin Kline, and Peter MacNicol gathered at MoMA for a special screening of 'Sophie's Choice,' marking the film's 40th anniversary.
The event, attended by stars like Cate Blanchett and Ethan Hawke, paid tribute to the late Alan Pakula, William Styron, and Néstor Almendros.
Streep highlighted the joy and creativity of making the film, while Kline noted its continued relevance in addressing themes of societal complacency and evil.
Attendees reflected on the emotional impact of the film, with some drawing parallels to contemporary issues.
The celebration also served as a post-pandemic return of retrospective screening events, signaling a revival of cultural gatherings.