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Three American Witnesses

Jackson, Wiseman & Duvall

Feb 18 • Ava DuVernay

28:29

The Logic of Resistance

Ava Talks with Historian Tim Snyder

Feb 3 • Ava DuVernay

The Narrative War

I keep thinking about the moment when language breaks eye contact with truth.

Jan 27 • Ava DuVernay

6:10

A clip from SELMA in celebration of King Day

Jan 19 • Ava DuVernay

I’m Not Selling This

Every new year, we’re encouraged to announce what we plan to add to our lives.

Jan 18 • Ava DuVernay

33:11

New Work In A New World

An unfiltered conversation with Terry Moran about my upcoming film, his upcoming book and the responsibility we all have in this moment.

Dec 17, 2025 • Ava DuVernay and Terry Moran

5:47

When In Rome...

Dec 16, 2025 • Ava DuVernay

How To Holiday Like A Filmmaker

Cheesy Holiday Musings From A Lady Filmmaker

Nov 26, 2025 • Ava DuVernay

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