The Builders (1938)
Produced for the National Federation of Building Workers Ciné-Liberté, a Popular Front organization intended to counteract capitalist interests in the film industry, Epstein’s union documentary examines building policy from the perspective of ordinary workers and notable architects. In addition to touring the Cathedral of Chartres and the Paris Exposition of 1937, the film features rare interviews with Le Corbusier (at his drawing board, no less) and Auguste Perret.
Director: Jean Epstein
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 48 min
Release Date: January 1, 1938
Cast
- Auguste Perret - Himself
- Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris - Himself
- León Jouhaux - Himself
- René Arrachart - Himself
Production: Ciné-Liberté
Country: France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Jean Epstein
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Builders about?
- Produced for the National Federation of Building Workers Ciné-Liberté, a Popular Front organization intended to counteract capitalist interests in the film industry, Epstein’s union documentary examines building policy from the perspective of ordinary workers and notable architects. In addition to touring the Cathedral of Chartres and the Paris Exposition of 1937, the film features rare interviews with Le Corbusier (at his drawing board, no less) and Auguste Perret.
- Who directed The Builders?
- The Builders was directed by Jean Epstein.
- Who stars in The Builders?
- The Builders stars Auguste Perret, Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris, León Jouhaux, René Arrachart.
- How long is The Builders?
- The Builders has a runtime of 48m (48 minutes).
- What genre is The Builders?
- The Builders is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Builders produced?
- The Builders was produced in France.