Wednesdays With Wiseman

Recognized for his observational style and unique focus on public institutions, Frederick Wiseman (Titicut Follies, Zoo, Welfare, La Danse, Ex Libris: The New York Public Library, National Gallery…) has crafted 45 films over the course of his career. Leading up to the release of his newest film, City Hall, The Screening Room is proudly partnering with Zipporah Films to showcase a classic documentary from the director each week in its virtual cinema, accompanied by recorded discussions between Wiseman himself and other top filmmakers in the field.

In recognition of his contributions to documentary filmmaking, the series begins on October 21st with Academy Award winner Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi (Free Solo) speaking with Wiseman about Ballet (1995). On October 28th, Academy Award winner Errol Morris (The Fog of War) follows with a discussion about Sinai Field Mission (1978), and on November 4th, Academy Award nominees Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady (Jesus Camp) cap the series and pay tribute to health care workers with Hospital (1970). Get to know Wiseman intimately before watching his latest masterwork, which was filmed regionally in our state capital. City Hall will play in The Screening Room’s virtual cinema in November.

See Frederick Wiseman’s masterful documentary about one of the most prestigious ballet schools in the world, the American Ballet Theatre, followed by a discussion between the director and Academy Award winner Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi (Meru, Free Solo).

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Wednesday, October 28:
Sinai Field Mission (1978)

Sinai Field Mission documents the routine activities of U.S. diplomats and technicians who operate an early warning system designed to help keep peace between Egypt and Israel. The screening will be followed by a discussion between Wiseman and Academy Award winner Errol Morris (The Thin Blue Line, Gates of Heaven, Fast Cheap and Out of Control, The Fog of War).

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Join us for a screening of Frederick Wiseman’s Hospital, followed by a conversation between the director and Oscar nominees Heidi Ewing and Rachel Grady (Jesus Camp, 12th & Delaware, Detropia) as they place a spotlight on healthcare workers.  

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