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Maya Lin: Discussion Guide Film Summary

Film Summary

In a powerful exploration of art, politics and creativity, the Oscar winning film highlights the story behind the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in DC, one of the era’s most controversial monuments. At age 21, Lin, an artist and architecture student, shot to global fame when her design was selected. Facing an onslaught of public attacks, she remained stead fast in her vision.

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Natalie Bullock Brown

Natalie Bullock Brown

Natalie Bullock Brown is a filmmaker and the director of the Documentary Accountability Working Group (DAWG).