Jem Cohen
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.
Filmography
21 credits across 4 departments.
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Little, Big, and Far | Director | Film |
| 2026 | Little, Big, and Far | Writer | Film |
| 2026 | Little, Big, and Far | Producer | Film |
| 2025 | Robert and June (and All the Time in the World) | Director | Film |
| 2017 | Columbus | Staff | Film |
| 2012 | Museum Hours | Director | Film |
| 2012 | Museum Hours | Writer | Film |
| 2012 | Museum Hours | Producer | Film |
| 2004 | Chain | Director | Film |
| 2004 | Chain | Writer | Film |
| 2004 | Chain | Producer | Film |
| 2003 | R.E.M.: In View 1988-2003 (The Best of R.E.M.) | Director | Film |
| 2000 | Benjamin Smoke | Director | Film |
| 2000 | Little Flags | Director | Film |
| 1999 | Instrument | Director | Film |
| 1999 | Amber City | Director | Film |
| 1997 | Lucky Three: An Elliott Smith Portrait | Director | Film |
| 1997 | Lucky Three: An Elliott Smith Portrait | Producer | Film |
| 1996 | Lost Book Found | Director | Film |
| 1991 | R.E.M. - This Film Is On | Director | Film |
| 1991 | Drink Deep | Director | Film |
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