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Jem Cohen

Director
Biography
Born in Afghanistan, Jem Cohen is an American experimental filmmaker and photographer, especially known for his observational portraits of urban landscapes, blending of media formats, and collaborations with musicians. Cohen has worked extensively with musicians including Patti Smith, Fugazi, Terry Riley, R.E.M., Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Xylouris White, DJ Rupture, the Ex, Elliott Smith, Vic Chesnutt, Mary Margaret O’Hara, Matana Roberts, Jessica Moss, Jonathan Richman, T.Griffin/Catherine McRae, White Magic, and the Orpheus Orchestra with Gil Shaham, and has collaborated with writers Luc Sante and Sam Stephenson, and graphic artist Ben Katchor.

Personal Info

Occupation Director
Place of Birth Kabul, Afghanistan
Birthday 1962-01-01

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Filmography by Year

1
2019
2
2018
1
2017
4
2016
1
2015
1
2014
1
2013
1
2012
1
2011
2
2010
4
2009
2
2008
3
2007
2
2006
1
2004
1
2003
1
2002
2
2000
3
1999
2
1997
1
1996
1
1995
1
1994
1
1992
2
1991
4
1989
1
1987

Filmography by Genre

Documentary
4
Music
3
Drama
2
Etc
2