WIRED’s second WIRED@NIGHT event offers an exclusive screening of the documentary “The Oldest Person in the World.” Director Sam Green and feature director Reyhan Harmanci will discuss longevity, the allure of super‑agers, and whether we seek a good life or a long one.
Leading tech publication WIRED continues its acclaimed WIRED@NIGHT series with a distinctive film event. Held at the historic Green‑Wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, the documentary The Oldest Person in the World is shown publicly months before its theatrical release slated for September.
About the Documentary and Its Creators
Oscar‑nominated filmmaker Sam Green spent a decade tracking the ever‑shifting roster of humanity’s oldest living individuals. What begins as a portrait of longevity transforms into a meditation on time’s passage, the randomness of fate, and the profound joy of simply being alive.
Deep‑Dive Discussion on Longevity
Following the screening, Green will be joined by feature director Reyhan Harmanci for a conversation on a quintessentially WIRED topic—longevity. The dialogue will explore what super‑agers can teach us, why societies are obsessed with extending life, and whether our aim is a good time or a long time.
Event Details and Audience Access
The event took place on Thursday, July 23 at 7:45 p.m. General admission was priced at $22, with a discounted $12 rate for WIRED readers. Co‑presented with Rooftop Films, WIRED subscribers received priority ticket access and a $10 discount per ticket. Interested attendees could claim tickets using the discount code “WIRED.”
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