Movie
Just Hold Still
In his New York City landscape, Cohen finds inspiration in disturbance. Looking to life for rhythm and to architecture for state of mind, he locates simple mysteries. Just Hold Still is comprised of an interconnected series of short works and collaborations that explore the gray area between documentary, narrative, and experimental genres.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
Just Hold Still opened in theaters March 21, 1989. We don't have a confirmed streaming, rental or purchase option yet.
Synopsis
In his New York City landscape, Cohen finds inspiration in disturbance. Looking to life for rhythm and to architecture for state of mind, he locates simple mysteries. Just Hold Still is comprised of an interconnected series of short works and collaborations that explore the gray area between documentary, narrative, and experimental genres.
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More about Just Hold Still
Credits
- Directed by
- Jem Cohen
Production details
- Status
- Released
- Original language
- English