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MCASD x Cinema is Power: In Conversation with Roger Deakins

November 8, 2025 at 3:00 pm

Jacobs Hall

3 – 7PM

$30 | MCASD Members receive a discount code

This event is wheelchair accessible via the Coast entrance. For any specific accommodation, please e-mail info@mcasd.org.

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🎬✨ The Film Dispatch, in partnership with the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego, presents Cinema is Power — our final red carpet event of the year!

🎥 Featuring: ASC speakers, short films, local art, live music + the premiere of a community-produced film on the big screen.

Entrance is on the ocean-facing side of the museum on Coast Blvd. Use this address for any ride-shares or maps: 600 Coast Blvd. S La Jolla, CA 92037

 

The Film Dispatch is proud to present a one-day immersive experience that bridges film, music, and dance. This special event will feature a moderated conversation with Academy Award-winning cinematographer Roger Deakins, known for 1917, Blade Runner 2049, and The Shawshank Redemption.

The day will also showcase a contemporary dance piece by Milana Aernova, live musical performance by Joe Devito, and a premiere of an original short film directed by Bárbara Perrín Rivema. Each performance highlights the fusion of art forms, providing attendees with a rare opportunity to engage with visionary artists across multiple disciplines.

Roger Deakins will share insights into his acclaimed cinematography and the art of visual storytelling, drawing from decades of landmark films, and will offer an early release of his book Reflections. Milana Aernova’s dance piece explores the intersection of movement, emotion, and visual design, while Joe Devito’s live music underscores the performances, creating an immersive sonic environment. Bárbara Perrín Rivema’s original short film completes the day, demonstrating innovative cinematic storytelling and artistic expression.