My Nights in the Museums: A filmmaker's story of bringing art to life on the big screen

In this illustrated talk, documentary director Ali Ray shares insights from her career making films about art and artists for the cinema. From exploring the complex inner world of Frida Kahlo, to uncovering hidden truths about Mary Cassatt, celebrating the National Gallery’s 200th anniversary, and diving deep into the story of Klimt’s The Kiss, Ali offers a behind-the-scenes look at how great works of art are brought to life on screen.

She’ll reflect on the joys of spending her nights in museums among the world's greatest masterpieces and challenges of turning static images into compelling film narratives, and why storytelling is such a vital tool in keeping the legacy of art alive for new generations.

Photo of Ali by David Bickerstaff