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Sketches of Frank Gehry

  • Episode aired Sep 27, 2006
  • PG-13
  • 1h 23m
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Sketches of Frank Gehry (2005)
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A look at the life and work of the renown architect.A look at the life and work of the renown architect.A look at the life and work of the renown architect.

  • Director
    • Sydney Pollack
  • Stars
    • Frank Gehry
    • Sydney Pollack
    • Julian Schnabel
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    • Director
      • Sydney Pollack
    • Stars
      • Frank Gehry
      • Sydney Pollack
      • Julian Schnabel
    • 19User reviews
    • 55Critic reviews
    • 71Metascore
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      The last film (documentary) directed by Sydney Pollack.
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      References Columbo (1971)

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    Greetings again from the darkness. "Where did that come from?". That is the question Frank Gehry admits to asking himself after some projects are complete. His art should be considered along with the great painters, sculptors and musicians of our time. Gehry's friendship with director Sydney Pollack adds a different dimension to this documentary. Normally the focus should be on the subject, but Pollack actually helps us crawl inside this unique, brilliant man.

    Watching the Princeton art "expert" provide the alternative take on Mr. Gehry's creation is actually quite humorous. The art world can't possibly take architecture seriously - especially when they are concerned that the building may be more impressive than the art work inside! One of the highlights is the exploration from design to completion of the magnificent Guggenheim in Bilbao, Spain. This is unlike anything I have ever seen and may just motivate me to someday make the trip. Some of his other structures are viewed, but the disappointing aspect of the film is that we don't see enough. What we do see is nothing short of fascinating. His house around his home is mind-boggling. However, what makes this special is the conversation and opening up with Mr. Gehry. He attempts to provide credit to his "team", but we are left with no doubt that the man is a genius.

    Some celebs get their chance to spew forth with glowing comments. These include Bob Geldof, Michael Ovitz, Barry Diller and Dennis Hopper. Hopper's interview is disappointing in that we never get a glimpse of the Gehry design. Another interesting aspect is the curious inclusion of Mr. Gehry's long time psychiatrist, the colorful Milton Wexler. Wexler has a twinkle in his eye when discussing Gehry and how the two have been very good to and for each other.

    Overall, a very insightful look into the creative process of a giant in the world of architecture. Nice work by first time documentarian Pollack and thanks to Mr. Gehry for opening up.
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      • September 27, 2006 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • Germany
      • United States
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      • Bim Distribuzione (Italy)
      • Pathé (France)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Esboços de Frank Gehry
    • Filming locations
      • Anaheim ICE - 300 W. Lincoln Avenue, Anaheim, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • 1515 Productions Limited
      • American Masters Pictures
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      1 hour 23 minutes
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      • Dolby Digital
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      • 1.85 : 1

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