Hennessy explores the intersection of strategy and community in its 'Grand Master' film project. The piece captures the focused intensity of outdoor chess matches within an urban park environment, grounding the narrative in the rhythms of city life.
Produced with agency support from Droga5 New York, the film utilizes live-action technique and a cinematic visual style to document the interplay between players and their surroundings. The aesthetic leans into a gritty and grainy visual palette, employing natural lighting to emphasize the texture of the setting.
