Ava DuVernay’s '14th' Documentary to Get World Premiere as NY Film Festival Closing Night Selection As the world prepares for the world premiere of Ava DuVernay's documentary "14th" at the 2026 New York Film Festival, a sense of trepidation is palpable.
The film arrives at a time when American society is being torn apart by debate over what it means to be an American.
DuVernay's latest work is a scathing indictment of the enduring legacy of racism and xenophobia that has defined America since its inception.