The Modernist (2017): cast, story & where to watch
2017 · Film
Released in 2017, The Modernist is a documentary film directed by Catherine Opie, running about 22 minutes.
What it’s about. Comprised of 852 black-and-white photographs, The Modernist presents a dystopian view of Los Angeles, a city which has figured prominently in Catherine Opie’s work over the years. She uses the formal and narrative structures from Chris Marker’s legendary photo-play La jetée to address contemporary themes of environmental collapse, global upheaval, and political breakdown.
Who’s in it. The Modernist stars Stosh Fila aka Pig Pen.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Modernist page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Modernist (2017)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Modernist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Modernist?
- The Modernist stars Stosh Fila aka Pig Pen.
- When was The Modernist released?
- The Modernist was released in 2017, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.