“Our hope is that tonight sparks ideas, deepens understanding, and strengthens connection,” said Loren Hammonds, the head of documentary at TIME Studios, in his opening remarks. “But most importantly, that it fuels the kind of collective action that Dr. King called us toward: action rooted in courage, compassion, and a belief in our shared humanity; and the power that comes from civic responsibility, community healing, and the vital role the arts play in moving these efforts forward.”