Top artists and actors are supporting a bid to restore the original damaged film of “Style Wars,” a historic documentary about New York’s early ‘80s street culture and graffiti art. Catherine Keener, Charlotte Ronson and David Arquette, along with nonprofit organization The Common Good, are hosting a dinner and party at the Bunker Club on May 25, where the film’s late director, Tony Silver, and producer Henry Chalfant will be honored. Guests expected include James Franco, Spike Jonze, Sean Avery, Hilary Rhoda, Rock Steady Crew and Mr. Brainwash, the star of the hit Banksy documentary, “Exit Through the Gift Shop.” The negative for “Style Wars” was damaged during years in storage. It is hoped it can be repaired using costly digital technology. To help raise money, art has been donated for a silent auction by Brad Pitt, Rachel Roy, the Beastie Boys, Mr. Brainwash and Shepard Fairey, among others.
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