Design and Architecture
Design and Architecture At – and In – the Movies; with Simon Doonan, Geoff McFetridge, Kyle Bergman
Design in – and At – the movies. Simon Doonan on dreary Oscar gowns; Geoff McFetridge on Her dreamy subway map; Kyle Bergman screens films about design and architecture.
By Frances Anderton • • 26m ListenOn this DnA, design in – and at – the movies.
The Oscars are upon us but don’t expect any fashion shocks on the red carpet. Simon Doonan talks about how the freebie clothes culture has resulted in actresses wearing “stunningly conventional” gowns. Alissa Walker talks to Geoff McFetridge about a fantasy subway map that has delighted viewers of Her. And Kyle Bergman talks about his upcoming film festival, showcasing movies that find the human heart in the process of creating design and architecture.
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3 storiesSimon Doonan Says You'll Only See Conventional Gowns at the Oscars
The Oscars are this Sunday. And you can expect the usual breathless media coverage of the red carpet arrivals. But just how thrilling will they be?
Read the story10 minGeoff McFetridge and the 'Futurist' Design of Her
Alissa Walker spoke with designer Geoff McFetridge about the subway map that appeared in Her and his other designs that appeared in the film.
Read the story7 minDesign and Architecture Film Festival
Architecture and design generally play a supporting role at the movies, providing backdrop, characterization and mood for the story and characters.
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