Ava DuVernay Makes Dig At Donald Trump’s Re-Election; Dives Into Limited ‘Origin’ Release: “This Is A Difficult Film For Me” – Marrakech Film Festival

Story by Melanie Goodfellow

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Acclaimed director Ava DuVernay calls out Trump's re-election and talks challenges of her new film 'Origin' at Marrakech Film Festival

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DuVernay slams Trump's re-election despite criminal charges, saying Black people get years in jail for minor crimes
DuVernay describes 'Origin' as a 'difficult film' for her, hinting at the personal toll of tackling this heavy subject matter

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Ava DuVernay, Donald Trump, Origin