There's a belonging problem in Hollywood. Who dictates who belongs? The very body who dictates that looks all one way.
Ava DuvernayRead
If I can be in a place where my image is encouraging people to see different people behind the camera, and my image and the images I make can help open up a certain world view, I think that's all a part of a larger spirit of change and progress, and I'm happy to be part of it.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote expresses the desire to encourage diverse perspectives through imagery, contributing to a broader spirit of change and progress.
Ava Duvernay emphasizes the power of visual representation in fostering understanding and acceptance of different perspectives. By using her influence to showcase diverse narratives through her work, she believes she plays a role in promoting a culture of progress and transformation, indicating her commitment to making a positive impact on society.
Themes
DiversityImageryProgressChangeRepresentation
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about the importance of representation in media.
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