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2003110 min0documentary

6.0/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Goff in the Desert

2003110 min0documentary

6.0/ 10(5 ratings)• TMDB

Two notable projects by Bruce Goff include the Art Deco Episcopal Church in Tulsa, built in the 1920s, and the Hopewell Baptist Church in Edmond.

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Two notable projects by Bruce Goff include the Art Deco Episcopal Church in Tulsa, built in the 1920s, and the Hopewell Baptist Church in Edmond.

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Heinz Emigholz

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Bruce Goff designed the Art Deco Episcopal Church in Tulsa during the 1920s and the Hopewell Baptist Church in Edmond, known for its concrete teepee structure. Filmmaker Heinz Emigholz uses a series of filmed photographs to present Goff's architectural style. The documentary reveals intricate details of his work, which defies conventional norms and reflects a unique vision of American creativity. Goff's contributions to 20th-century architecture remain significant yet often overlooked.

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