Villeneuve, Celmins Honored at LACMA Gala
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Denis Villeneuve and Vija Celmins were honored at Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s fifteenth annual Art + Film Gala. The event celebrated Celmins’ meticulous recreations of natural imagery and Villeneuve’s commitment to enduring cinema. During his speech inside a massive tent, Villeneuve praised Celmins for stopping seas and stars long enough for viewers to truly see them. The star‑studded night featured performers such as Rosé, who debuted her single “New Trick,” and musicians like Guitarricadelafuente, who discussed the link between music and visual art. The gala aimed to knit Los Angeles’s artistic and film communities closer while raising funds for the museum.
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Timeline
- On October 13 2026 Rosé announced as musical guest for LACMA Gala.
- On November 8 2026 LACMA hosts fifteenth Art+Film Gala honoring Celmins and Villeneuve.
Why it matters
Immediate US impact: celebration of film and art communities Possible long-term US impact: strengthening cultural collaboration Most affected groups: artists, filmmakers, museum patrons Reader priority: highlighting artistic recognition
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Los Angeles Times — Villeneuve, Celmins Honored at LACMA Gala
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