The world premiere of 'Let’s Keep This Conversation to a Minimum' will be followed by a Q&A session with filmmakers Maira Kalman and Alex Kalman. A book signing for Maira Kalman’s new book, 'Joy,' will also take place, with copies of 'Joy,' 'Women Holding Things,' and 'Still Life with Remorse' available for purchase.

Let’s Keep This Conversation to a Minimum with Maira Kalman (Filmmaker), Alex Kalman (Filmmaker)

A new short film by Maira Kalman and Alex Kalman features four tiny portraits of Clara Schumann, Cicero, Martha Graham, and Franz Kafka, viewed through the lens of laughter. The filmmakers express their amazement at the simultaneous wonderful and terrible aspects of life, emphasizing the courage and dignity of people.