Philip Johnson: Master Architect
This looks at the life's work of eccentric American architect Philip Johnson, who wielded great influence in American architectural design, playing a defining role in several 20th-century movements, from International Style to Postmodernism to Deconstructivism. Segments include a 1983 profile and critique, an interview with Johnson on his 90th birthday, and a remembrance of his work following his death in 2005.
Year: 2006
Genre: Documentaries, Architectures
Country: USA
Duration: 57 Minutes
Rating: Ex
7.2/10
Location in store: Documentary (Architectures)
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