Signed posters, one-on-one Zoom calls: What celebrities are donating to Cinema for Gaza auction

Amassing over £90,000, UK-based humanitarian event is set to close on April 12
Entertainment Desk | April 09, 2024

As the Cinema for Gaza auction gains momentum, renowned actors and filmmakers have stepped up to contribute, bolstering the fundraising efforts for Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). With donations pouring in from stars like Spike Lee, Paul Mescal, and Olivia Colman, the auction has already amassed over £90,000 to support humanitarian aid in Gaza, Variety reported. Here's a rundown of the notable contributions:

1. Spike Lee

Renowned filmmaker Spike Lee has generously donated a framed poster from his seminal work Malcolm X, adorned with his signature. As an influential figure in cinema and a vocal advocate for

2. Paul Mescal

Rising star Paul Me

3. Olivia Colman

4. Tessa Thompson

5. Joachim Trier and 'Worst Person in the World' cast

6. Susan Sarandon

An intimate Zoom conversation awaits the highest bidd

7. Eliza Hittman

8. Lenny Abrahamson

Coffee enthusiasts and cinephiles

9. Lukas Dhont

Filmmaker Jonathan Glazer and producer James Wilson have reinforced their support for the auction with a sign

These generous contributions join the original lots from esteemed figures like Tilda Swinton, Josh O'Connor, and Ken Loach. The auction, organised by U.K.-based filmmakers and film journalists, is set to close on April 12, with all proceeds directed towards Medical Aid for Palestinians (MAP). Amidst the ongoing crisis in Gaza, this initiative aims to provide crucial support to those in need, demonstrating the power of solidarity within the entertainment community.

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