Awards-Contending Documentary Film Series—Sidney and Post-Screening Conversation with Filmmakers

FILM at LACMA presents classic and contemporary narrative and documentary films, artists and their influences, emerging auteurs, international showcases, special guest-curated programs, and conversations with artists and special guests. 

This month, FILM at LACMA will feature a members-only series of award-contending documentary feature films. The series aims to educate and immerse as filmmakers share their unique perspectives on an iconic actor and civil rights activist, a young female Afghan mayor, a robotic space explorer, and a former British soldier searching for healing in the Amazon.  

To kick off the series, members are invited to join FILM at LACMA for a special advance screening of Sidney and a post-screening conversation with director filmmakers.

From producer Oprah Winfrey, this revealing documentary honors the legendary Sidney Poitier—iconic actor, filmmaker, and civil rights activist. Featuring interviews with Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Barbra Streisand, and more.

Watch the official trailer.

You will receive a link to view the film on the event date.

Sidney is now streaming on Apple TV+.

This screening is hosted by Slipstream, a LACMA-approved third-party screening platform. If you have not previously registered with Slipstream, you will be asked to provide a valid email address and set a password to create an account.