A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in early 2023 caused significant destruction in Turkey, prompting reflections on architecture and societal values.
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A 7.8 magnitude earthquake in early 2023 caused significant destruction in Turkey, prompting reflections on architecture and societal values.
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Synopsis
Michele De Lucchi's architectural project features prominently in "Architecton," a 2024 documentary directed by Viktor Kossakovsky. The film presents a visual comparison of ancient ruins in Baalbek, Lebanon, dating to AD 60, and the devastation of Turkish cities after a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in early 2023. Kossakovsky reflects on how stone and concrete structures reveal societal values. The film premiered at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival on 19 February 2024 and was released in Germany on 3 October 2024.
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A thunderous, meditative testament of the raw power that stone, metal, and concrete exert over our daily existence. The awe-inspiring visuals transform the transportation, destruction, and recreation of otherwise inert physical matter into a spectacle of profound consequence.
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Why Watch
- See the ruins of Baalbek and their historical significance.
- Meet architect Michele De Lucchi and his landscape project.
- Find out how architecture reflects societal values.
Did You Know
- Architecton premiered at the Berlin International Film Festival on 19 February 2024.
- The film was filmed over a period of 60 days.
- It was released in Germany on 3 October 2024 and in the US on 1 August 2025.
- The temple ruins of Baalbek featured in the film date back to AD 60.
- The film has a 94% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 18 reviews.
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When did Architecton have its world premiere?
Architecton had its world premiere on 19 February 2024 at the 74th Berlin International Film Festival.
What is the approval rating of Architecton on Rotten Tomatoes?
Architecton has an approval rating of 94% on Rotten Tomatoes based on 18 reviews.
Who directed the documentary Architecton?
Architecton was written and directed by Viktor Kossakovsky.
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