IndieWire fetes the powerhouses redefining indie cinema as the industry's next big stars shine at star-studded gala
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Oscar-winning director Ava DuVernay brought the house down with a rousing speech calling for greater funding and representation for women and POC filmmakers
Breakout actor Simu Liu, fresh off his Marvel blockbuster, stole the spotlight with an impromptu dance number that had everyone on their feet
call sheet
Ava DuVernay, Simu Liu, Marvel, Marvel blockbuster
IndieWire fetes the powerhouses redefining indie cinema as the industry's next big stars shine at star-studded gala
beat sheet
Oscar-winning director Ava DuVernay brought the house down with a rousing speech calling for greater funding and representation for women and POC filmmakers
Breakout actor Simu Liu, fresh off his Marvel blockbuster, stole the spotlight with an impromptu dance number that had everyone on their feet
call sheet
Ava DuVernay, Simu Liu, Marvel, Marvel blockbuster