The Architect (2006)

Director:

Matt Tauber

Writers:

David Greig (writer)
Matt Tauber (writer)

Genre:

Drama

Tagline:

Sometimes You Need to Tear Down to Build Up

Plot:

An architect engages in conflict with an activist who lives in a dangerous complex the architect designed.

Plot Keywords:

Architect | Tank Top

Cast

Anthony LaPaglia	...	Leo Waters
Viola Davis	...	Tonya Neely
Isabella Rossellini	...	Julia Waters
Hayden Panettiere	...	Christina Waters
Sebastian Stan	...	Martin Waters
Paul James	...	Shawn
Serena Reeder	...	Cammie Neely
Walton Goggins	...	Joe
Malcolm Goodwin	...	Big Tim
Marsha Stephanie Blake	...	Missy Neely
Lauren Hodges	...	Jill
Duane McLaughlin	...	Josh Freeman
Julius Tennon	...	Arthur Freeman
Eisa Davis	...	Linda Freeman
James O'Toole	...	Kenny

Also Known As:

All Fall Down (USA) (working title)

MPAA:

Rated R for language and some sexual content.

Runtime:

USA:82 min

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Certification:

USA:R | Australia:M | Finland:K-13

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

Company:

Sly Dog Films

Trivia:

According to Hayden Panettiere, Christina Waters' first appearance in the movie was her favorite scene to film because - unlike Christina - she *always* feels confident and comfortable in a bathing suit.

Goofs:

Continuity: Martin is wearing a Richard Nixon t-shirt during his first trip to the low income housing development. Upon his return to the projects to meet Shawn, Martin is seen entering the building's doorway wearing the same Nixon t-shirt; but when the two boys are shown on the roof of the building, Martin's t-shirt has changed to one of a solid color although he has not changed clothes.

Lynch Would Should Love This!

Apart from seeing his Blue Velvet starlet in a perfect role for her age group, the movie makes you ask questions. This movie really makes people look at cause and effect. It doesn't place blame, rather shows implications of well intentioned, ignorant motivations. As a viewer, you may have to do some soul searching in order to fully enjoy the movie. The meaning of each scene as it is broken up, is a definite plus. At first I was put off by the back and forth breakup of the shots but soon began to conform to the format. I liked the performances of all the actors. It was nice to see Rosselini in her usual subdued role and equally effective. To see the lead actor in a spectacular role I might suggest Lantana!