Film Studies Workshop with David Fenster-February 10, 2018

On Saturday, February 10, 2018, Chinati will host a one-day film studies workshop led by filmmaker David Fenster and focused on the Western. Fenster has selected a slate of films that span the genre, from classic to more revisionist and unconventional examples. The workshop will examine the Western’s relationship to American identity and life in Marfa. Participants will watch films throughout the day and discuss civilization, wilderness and freedom in the context of cinema and our lives.

This free workshop begins at 8:30 am and ends around 5:30 pm. Enrollment is limited and lunch is provided. Please email apowers@chinati.org or call 432.729.4362 for details.

David Fenster is an independent director, cinematographer, and editor based in Marfa, Texas. His work has screened at festivals, art museums and media outlets around the world including Sundance Film Festival, the Museum of Modern Art, the New York Times and Tribeca Film Festival. Fenster’s latest work, Opuntia (2017), is his third feature to premiere at the Los Angeles Film Festival.

Please note that this workshop is currently full.