Jeremy Workman

Michael Townsend, an artist and key figure in the Secret Mall Apartment project, joins documentary filmmaker Jeremy Workman to recount the incredible tale of an eight-artist collective that transformed a hidden space within a mall into a home. They delve into the motivations behind this unique blend of art and activism as a critique of gentrification. Townsend also shares insights on creating a large unauthorized 9/11 memorial, while Workman discusses the impact of archival footage on their documentary and the shifting cultural significance of malls.