Directed by Joyce Chopra

Focused on pivotal moments in the lives of women, the films of trailblazing feminist director Joyce Chopra were among the first in American cinema to give authentic expression to the intimate experiences of female adolescence, sexual awakening, and motherhood. Presented in conjunction with the release of Chopra’s candid autobiography “Lady Director: Adventures in Hollywood, Television and Beyond,” this program brings together Chopra’s pioneering work in both documentary and fiction, including the landmark self-portrait JOYCE AT 34 and her unforgettable feature debut, SMOOTH TALK, starring a revelatory Laura Dern in her breakthrough role.