Bâtir (1931)

Bâtir (1931) poster

After filming the construction site of the Berlitz Palace (2nd), Pierre Chenal shows us in contrast other contemporary architectural achievements which, using the same technical processes, do not sacrifice the structure of iron and concrete for decoration. A documentary to the glory of the modern designs of Mallet-Stevens and Le Corbusier.

Director: Pierre Chenal
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 17 min
Release Date:

Screenplay

Music: Albert Jeanneret
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr

Keywords

architecture, modern architecture, mid century design

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bâtir about?
After filming the construction site of the Berlitz Palace (2nd), Pierre Chenal shows us in contrast other contemporary architectural achievements which, using the same technical processes, do not sacrifice the structure of iron and concrete for decoration. A documentary to the glory of the modern designs of Mallet-Stevens and Le Corbusier.
Who directed Bâtir?
Bâtir was directed by Pierre Chenal.
How long is Bâtir?
Bâtir has a runtime of 17m (17 minutes).
What genre is Bâtir?
Bâtir is a Documentary film.
Where was Bâtir produced?
Bâtir was produced in France.