Update from DCTV Post Client "The Presence of Joseph Chaikin"

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From Denver to NYC!

Hot from the Starz Denver IFF, DCTV Post client Troy Word's feature doc The Presence of Joseph Chaikin is showing in NYC at the Quad Cinema as part of the Independent Film Quarterly Film & New Media Festival next Monday November 21st at 6 pm! Get your tickets here.

Film synopsis:
The Presence of Joseph Chaikin explores the life and work of the revolutionary theater director. Despite struggling with a faulty heart from childhood, Chaikin survived to create an extraordinary career in contemporary theater. Amid the 1960’s turmoil, He developed a performance movement grounded in universal themes. Working with a small group of talented actors, Chaikin co-founded 'The Open Theater.' In 1984 the shadow of heart failure reappeared. During his third open heart surgery Chaikin suffered an Aphasic stroke. Left without language,Chaikin embarked on a heroic recovery process, re-inventing himself while continuing his quest for theater innovation.

For more info about the IFQ festival click here.

Joseph Chaikin Trailer