Medium Cool
7:30 p.m., Hammer Museum, Billy Wilder Theater
In the late Haskell Wexler’s directorial debut, we are plunged into the tumultuous world of 1968 America with fictional events filmed amid real social upheaval. The story of a television cameraman and his romantic life is combined with actual documentary footage, including riots during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Shot in Wexler’s compelling style, the film is a must-see for Wexler enthusiasts, political aficionados, and counterculture fans alike. (1969, dir. Haskell Wexler, 111 min.)
Event Date: Wednesday, Aug. 10, 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Hammer Museum, Billy Wilder Theater
Price: Free
The Hammer is located at the corner of Westwood and Wilshire boulevards in Westwood Village, three blocks east of the 405 freeway’s Wilshire exit.
Parking is available under the museum.