Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
Isabel Wilkerson
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Origin is a 2023 American biographical drama film written and directed by Ava DuVernay. It is based on the life of Isabel Wilkerson, played by Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, as she writes the book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents.
Jan 19, 2024 · Origin is a film based on Isabel Wilkerson's book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents, which explores the links between racism, slavery, and caste systems. The film follows Wilkerson's research and writing process, interspersed with historical reenactments and interviews.
- (4.6K)
- Drama, History
- Ava DuVernay
- 2024-01-19
Jan 16, 2024 · Origin is a documentary-style film that explores the origins of caste systems and their impact on history and society. It follows journalist Isabel Wilkerson as she researches the links between American slavery, Nazi Germany, and India's Dalit caste.
While grappling with tremendous personal tragedy, Isabel sets herself on a path of global investigation and discovery. Despite the colossal scope of her project, she finds beauty and bravery while...
- (190)
- Ava Duvernay
- PG-13
- Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor
Dec 15, 2023 · Written and Directed by Ava DuVernay. Inspired by the New York Times Best-Seller CASTE: THE ORIGINS OF OUR DISCONTENTS. Starring Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Jon Bernthal, Vera Farmiga, Audra McDonald...
- 2 min
- 2.1M
- NEON
Dec 7, 2023 · Ava DuVernay’s new feature film, adapted from the Isabel Wilkerson book “Caste,” turns the journalist into a character who examines oppression.
Dec 8, 2023 · While grappling with tremendous personal tragedy, Isabel (Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor) sets herself on a path of global investigation and discovery. Despite the colossal scope of her project, she finds beauty and bravery while crafting one of the defining American books of our time.
