This session will focus on the relationship between Weather and Climate as distinct phenomena, and attempt to unpack the differences the two hold in the collective consciousness. In what ways do the differing spatial and temporal qualities of these two categories cause problems for communicating about climate change.


Take Shelter (2011) Directed by Jeff Nichols, 120 Mins

FAR AWAY FROM THE CRUEL WORLD.
Plagued by a series of apocalyptic visions, a young husband and father questions whether to shelter his family from a coming storm, or from himself.

For those that wish to participate, the screening will be followed by a group discussion of the film and assigned reading.