Spike Lee: Director's Inspiration

Discover the creative genius behind one of America's most influential filmmakers with Spike Lee: Director's Inspiration. For nearly four decades, Spike Lee's films have challenged and captivated audiences with their powerful exploration of race relations in the United States. The book delves into the inspirations behind Lee's iconic works, from early masterpieces like Joe's Bed-Stuy Barbershop: We Cut Heads and Do the Right Thing to recent Oscar-winning hits like BlacKkKlansman and Da 5 Bloods". Spike Lee: Director's Inspiration showcases a curated collection of original film posters, photographs, artworks, and personal objects, many inscribed to Lee by filmmakers, stars, athletes, and activists. These pieces, displayed in Lee's production studio, NYU faculty office, and Martha's Vineyard home, reveal the influences that shape his distinctive filmmaking style.