Movies and TvShows featuring "modernism" theme.
The fictional encounter in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (in the 30s) between popular songwriter Lamartine Babo and inconoclast poet and playwright Oswald de Andrade.
Mon Oncle follows the story of a factory worker named Monsieur Hulot as he navigates the complexities of modern life in a suburban neighborhood. The film explores themes of technology, modernity, and the contrast between traditional and automated homes. Through visual and physical comedy, Mon Oncle provides a lighthearted critique of societal progress.
A male college student returns home from a long trip, only to discover that his partner is now living with another man. The film explores themes such as social relevance, miscommunication, and alienation in the modern world.
In the aftermath of World War II, a young American diplomat travels to Afghanistan to investigate the disappearance of a woman in a remote desert village. Along the way, he becomes entangled in a web of political intrigue, forbidden love, and arms smuggling.
Ruxandra, a young woman just out of school, decides to become an actress, convinced that personal charm can keep instead of talent.
A divorced woman invites her alcoholic sister and brother-in-law to live with her, causing tensions and drama in their suburban life.
In 1920s Paris, a struggling artist gets caught in a love triangle while navigating the glamorous art scene. He becomes involved in forgery and must navigate love, wealth, and trust.
Famous 1920s modernist writer F. Scott Fitzgerald and his eccentric Flapper socialite wife Zelda Sayre's relationship began quite passionately, but he slowly fell into alcoholism and she was eventually diagnosed with schizophrenia.
Toot, Whistle, Plunk and Boom is an animated short film that follows the comedic journey of a music teacher as he educates his students about the history of music. Through various animated sequences, the film explores different musical instruments, orchestras, and music genres. The teacher encounters humorous situations and engages in a mix of singing, dancing, and playing music to teach his students. The film combines educational elements with comedy and music to create an entertaining and informative experience for viewers.
Documentary series "Slumbering Concrete" erects its narrative around modern architecture in Croatia and regions of the former Yugoslavia - an area distinguished by large number of vacated and ruinous buildings from 20th century that are of immense architectural significance. The series is composed of 4 thematic chapters, of which the first is dedicated to architecture of tourism purposes, second to monuments and commemorative buildings, third to post-industrial and post-military landscapes and fourth to great ambitions of unfinished modernizations.
In 1920s Paris, Coco Chanel and Igor Stravinsky begin a passionate love affair while Stravinsky's wife is terminally ill. As they navigate their intense connection, their artistic worlds collide, leading to groundbreaking artistic endeavors.
In the spring of 1913, Parisian businessman Gabriel Astruc opens a new theater on the Champs Elysées. The first performance is the premiere of Igor Stravinsky's 'The Rite of Spring', danced by the Ballet Russes. The rehearsal process is extremely fraught: the orchestra dislike Stravinsky's harsh, atonal music; the dancers dislike the 'ugly' choreography of Vaslav Nijinsky. The volatile, bisexual Nijinsky is in a strained relationship with the much older Sergei Diaghilev, the Ballet Russes' charismatic but manipulative impresario. Public expectation is extremely high after Nijinsky's success in 'L'apres-midi d'un faune'. Finally, 'The Rite of Spring' premieres to a gossip-loving, febrile, fashion-conscious Parisian audience sharply divided as to its merits.
A portrait of Eric Lyons and Span, under the scrutiny of Ian Nairn, as well as the residents of their estates.
Helvetica (2007) is a captivating documentary that delves into the influence of the Helvetica typeface in the modern world. Through interviews with renowned designers and scholars, the film showcases how this simple yet iconic font has shaped global culture, art, advertising, and graphic design. It highlights the immense impact of typography and explores the powerful role of design in our everyday lives.
A look at the aesthetics of our suburbs. Tim Ross – comedian, broadcaster and aficionado of the Modernist era – is tour guide for this very personal journey exploring how and why our suburbs look the way they do. Travelling the country gaining unprecedented access to some of our most epic homes, meeting their owners, peeling back their history and revelling in their beauty Tim poses the question: from Modernism to McMansionism – how did we get here?
Helene is a talented painter living in Helsinki in the year 1915. She struggles with heartbreak, mental breakdown, and the impending loss of her mother. Amidst all these challenges, Helene finds solace in her friendship with an art dealer and discovers her own voice as an artist.
BBC documentary about Franz Kafka played by GREEK TV in 1990. This documentary is one of the ten films of “The Modern World: Ten Great Writers (1988)”.
Army photographers on leave in Japan take over a geisha house.
Southern California’s Coachella Valley, including the communities of Palm Springs, Palm Desert, Desert Hot Springs, boasts hundreds of extraordinary midcentury modern homes, public buildings and commercial structures. Modern designers such as William F. Cody, Albert Frey, William Krisel, John Lautner, Richard Neutra, R.M. Schindler, Donald Wexler, E. Stewart Williams left their collective mark on this desert paradise. Desert Utopia: Mid-Century Architecture in Palm Springs traces the history of modern architecture in Palm Springs from the first bold forays into modernist design to the preservation challenges facing the region today. Director Jake Gorst’s film features rare archival images and footage as well as interviews with historians, homeowners and the architects who helped create this mecca of modernism.
Aalto (2020) is a captivating documentary that explores the life and work of Alvar Aalto, a renowned Finnish architect and furniture designer. The film delves into his journey through the 1930s to the 1960s, highlighting significant milestones such as his modernist style, his humanization of modern architecture, and his innovative use of wood. Alongside his professional achievements, the movie also touches upon his personal life, including the loss of his wife and his marriage. Aalto's influence in the world of modern art and design is showcased through his iconic buildings and furniture. Through interviews, voice-overs, and archival footage, Aalto provides a comprehensive and engaging portrait of this visionary artist.