It's Greta's World, We're Just Living in It

Acclaimed filmmaker Greta Gerwig graced the red carpet recently to serve as Guest Artistic Director for American Film Institute's ongoing film festival here in Los Angeles, California. Garbed in red velour, the blockbuster "Barbie" and "Little Women" director not only gave an inspiring introduction to young filmmakers but also signed autographs for her adoring fans.

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Fresh off from the massive success of her film "Barbie" that grossed $1.4 billion, Greta is here to share five of her favorite classics with audiences at this year's festival namely:

PEE-WEE'S BIG ADVENTURE

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A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH (STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN)

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ALL THAT JAZZ

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AN AMERICAN IN PARIS

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WINGS OF DESIRE

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At her opening remarks inside the TCL Chinese Theater, Greta reminds aspiring filmmakers not to take themselves seriously to access their creative spirit. She also pointed out that she started her career at the AFI.

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