Ava DuVernay and Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor collaborated on the film "Origin," with Ellis-Taylor playing the character Isabel Wilkerson. During filming, Ellis-Taylor requested additional dialogue for a scene, showing the deep trust between them. The film is not a typical adaptation but combines elements of bio-drama and adaptation, aiming to personalize the concepts of caste. The movie also explores the emotional journey of Wilkerson's life during the creation of her book. Filming in Berlin and Delhi significantly influenced the storytelling and the understanding of the text. The movie feels like a synthesis of DuVernay's previous work, representing a fulfilling and liberating experience outside the Hollywood machine.