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The effort comes six months before the opening of the David Geffen Galleries and just days before the splashy Art + Film gala, co-hosted by Leonardo DiCaprio.

When Los Angeles County Museum of Art director Michael Govan first stepped up to the podium at the museum’s star-packed 14th annual Art + Film Gala, the Dodgers were down one point to the Toronto Blue Jays in the 8th inning of the final game of the World Series.

“This is a celebration that can only happen in L.A. — where art, film and creativity are deeply intertwined,” Govan said.

“Sirât” is giving odd comfort in a cultural moment of uncertainty, a rare outcome for a low-budget art film.

Director Ryan Coogler and artist Mary Corse will be honored at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s 14th annual Art+Film Gala, the museum announced Sunday.