Origin Movie – Ava DuVernay’s 2023 biographical drama
the movie delves deep into the life of Isabel Wilkerson, a renowned author who explores the concept of caste in her book Caste: The Origins of Our Discontent. The film stars Wilkerson, played by Aungenewe Ellis-Taylor, who embarks on a global journey to understand the caste system in Germany, India, and the United States.
The film begins with Wilkerson grappling with personal tragedy while she researches how caste and race shape bigotry around the world. She examines how, even in places like India where people may be of the same race, deep-seated discrimination through caste still exists. Through her travels, Wilkerson uncovers uncomfortable truths, including connections between the laws of Nazi Germany and America’s Jim Crow laws.
The film also stars Gaurav J. Pathania as Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the influential Indian leader who fought for the rights of Dalits, and Suraj Yengde himself as a prominent scholar and social activist. These characters help bring forth the historical and ongoing struggles of caste discrimination.
Though the film did not perform well at the box office, it has received praise for its thought-provoking story and strong performances, particularly from Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor.
Origin is now available to stream on Netflix, offering a fascinating and insightful look at how history, caste, and race continue to shape our world today.
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