Art21 hosted the second edition of its "Art21 at the Movies" event on October 8 and 10, 2025. The two-day celebration of art and film, themed "Between Worlds," featured premieres, screenings, and artist talks at New York's Metrograph theater and the Museum of Modern Art. Events included film introductions by artists like Dyani White Hawk and Lubaina Himid, behind-the-scenes discussions with filmmakers, and the premiere of the latest season of Art21's flagship series, *Art in the Twenty-First Century*.
The event underscores Art21's evolving role as a cultural bridge, moving beyond its foundational documentary work to create live, communal experiences that connect artists directly with the public. By partnering with major institutions and featuring high-profile conversations, such as that between Lubaina Himid and Thelma Golden, the program highlights contemporary art's intersection with film while amplifying the narratives of artists gaining significant recognition, thereby solidifying Art21's influence in shaping the public discourse around 21st-century art.