Denis Villeneuve and Vija Celmins honored at LACMA’s Art + Film gala
Los Angeles Times • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Filmmaker Denis Villeneuve and artist Vija Celmins were honored at LACMA’s 15th annual Art + Film Gala, celebrating the intersection of art and cinema and raising nearly $7 million to support LACMA’s film programming initiatives.
- Villeneuve praised Celmins for her enduring artistic work that captures natural imagery, emphasizing the challenge of creating art that lasts beyond the present, contrasting it with the ephemeral nature of film popularity.
- The event featured a star-studded guest list including Nicole Kidman, Timothée Chalamet, Viola Davis, and Rosé, who performed the live debut of her single “New Trick,” alongside notable artists and local officials.
- LACMA director Michael Govan highlighted recent museum developments, including new public art installations and upcoming film-related events, signaling a new chapter for the institution’s engagement with both art and film.
- Co-chair Eva Chow announced her final year in the role, reflecting on the gala’s growth into a major Los Angeles tradition that has raised close to $60 million, while Villeneuve humorously teased a James Bond casting reveal, delighting attendees.
