01 Jan 1991
The City of Cassiano
A short documentary about the works of Cassiano Branco, a modernist architect from Portugal
Jørn Utzon: The Man & the Architect
The documentary tells the story of Sydney Opera House architect Jørn Utzon's unique gift, brought to the world with the unending support of Lis, the love of his life. His story is told by the people who were closest to him: his children, close colleagues and friends, who share their open, honest anecdotes, and experiences of him as an architect and a man. The film is a portrait of a devoted humanitarian and a sensitive and loving soul.
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