We Are Making A Film About Mark Fisher
This is a screening of We Are Making A Film About Mark Fisher, made by
an artist collective in 2025. The film tracks a fictional character from
an M.R.James ghost story - played by Justin Hopper - as he encounters
key events in Mark Fisher's writing and life. The film includes
interviews with people who knew Mark Fisher, including Jodi Dean and
Andy Beckett. Made with no budget, the film was made using an instagram
account and asks what can be done collectively in the spirit of Fisher.
The film has become a surprising international hit and has been touring
internationally, bringing new audiences to Mark Fisher's work and
writing.
Following the screening of the the film, there will be a Q&A with
members of the artist collective who made the film. This will be led by
Sophie Mellor and Simon Poulter. There will also be an appearance by
Justin Hopper, who plays Professor Parkins in the film.