This is a History of New York

Jem Cohen is an American filmmaker and visual artist working in 16mm film, video, and photography. Known for extended durational works that observe urban spaces, architectural detail, and overlooked moments of everyday life, his practice combines documentary impulse with formal experimentation. His films employ handheld camera work, natural light, and deliberate pacing to create meditative engagements with place and time. This profile will be expanded as more verified source material becomes available.