David Fincher, Judy Baca to Be Honored at LACMA Art+Film Gala
variety.comCharna Flam The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) has announced the 2023 Art+Film Gala will honor Judy Baca and David Fincher. “Through his award-winning films, David Fincher tells compelling stories and sheds light on human psychology.
His unique vision pulls the audience deeper into his cinematic world,” LACMA CEO Michael Govan said in a statement Tuesday morning.
Fincher has remained a fixture in contemporary cinema, helming “Mank,” “Se7en,” “Fight Club,” “Zodiac,” “The Social Network,” “The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo” and “Gone Girl.” “Judy Baca is one of the most important American artists working today.
Drawing inspiration from her hometown of Los Angeles, Baca gives permanence to local histories through her monumental artworks, such as ‘The Great Wall of Los Angeles,'” Govan said. “We are thrilled to honor Judy for her achievements, for her commitment to public art and for her impact in the cultural landscape of Los Angeles and beyond.” For over 40 years, Baca has remained an important artist to the public art scene.
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