The unspoken system that has shaped America and chronicles how lives today are defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.The unspoken system that has shaped America and chronicles how lives today are defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.The unspoken system that has shaped America and chronicles how lives today are defined by a hierarchy of human divisions.
- Awards
- 6 wins & 29 nominations
Niecy Nash
- Marion Wilkerson
- (as Niecy Nash-Betts)
Isha Blaaker
- Allison Davis
- (as Isha Carlos Blaaker)
Suraj Yengde
- Suraj Yengde, Ph.D.
- (as Suraj Yengde PhD)
Mike Topoozian
- Sales Executive
- (as Mike 'Spike' Topoozian)
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Did you know
- TriviaA Washington Post article titled "Budgets for 'prestige' films dried up. So Ava DuVernay found a new way." was released on 12/4/23; it details how DuVernay financed the film partly through grants, including from the Ford Foundation, which enabled her to make a bigger film.
- GoofsWhen Brett and Isabel are riding in the Audi, the speedometer is at zero and doesn't move.
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Written by Stan Walker, Michael Fatkin, Vince Harder, Te Kanapu Anasta
Performed by Stan Walker
Produced by Michael Fatkin
Courtesy of Aki Aki, Sony Music Group, Universal Publishing Group, Harder Music Group
Featured review
Origin offers worthwhile content, though it falls short of its potential
My wife and I attended a screening of Origin (2023) last night. The film revolves around an emerging black female US author grappling with family challenges while facing pressure to resume article writing amidst a surge of civil rights injustice. She uses her platform to explore caste systems and human hierarchies in society.
Written and directed by Ava DuVernay (Selma), the cast includes Niecy Nash (Reno 911), Jon Bernthal (Punisher), Aunjanue Ellis (The Color Purple), Blair Underwood (Justin Cause), and Nick Offerman (The Founder).
The movie has its hits and misses. The casting, acting, and attention to attire, settings, and ambiance are commendable, creating an authentic atmosphere. Origin also imparts valuable lessons on systematic racism and effectively portrays interesting historical circumstances. However, certain moments feel forced and awkward, like the somewhat overdone scene between Nash and Offerman. The runtime is noticeably extended, with some scenes requiring better editing.
In conclusion, Origin offers worthwhile content, though it falls short of its potential. I would give it a 6/10 and recommend watching it once.
Written and directed by Ava DuVernay (Selma), the cast includes Niecy Nash (Reno 911), Jon Bernthal (Punisher), Aunjanue Ellis (The Color Purple), Blair Underwood (Justin Cause), and Nick Offerman (The Founder).
The movie has its hits and misses. The casting, acting, and attention to attire, settings, and ambiance are commendable, creating an authentic atmosphere. Origin also imparts valuable lessons on systematic racism and effectively portrays interesting historical circumstances. However, certain moments feel forced and awkward, like the somewhat overdone scene between Nash and Offerman. The runtime is noticeably extended, with some scenes requiring better editing.
In conclusion, Origin offers worthwhile content, though it falls short of its potential. I would give it a 6/10 and recommend watching it once.
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- kevin_robbins
- Jan 20, 2024
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Box office
- Budget
- $38,000,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $4,689,830
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $117,063
- Dec 10, 2023
- Gross worldwide
- $4,819,833
- Runtime2 hours 21 minutes
- Color
- Sound mix
- Aspect ratio
- 1.85 : 1
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