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201580 minGdocumentary

Invention

201580 minGdocumentary

Mark Lewis, a Canadian contemporary artist, presents a cinematic exploration of urban life and architecture in Toronto, São Paulo, and Paris.

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Mark Lewis, a Canadian contemporary artist, presents a cinematic exploration of urban life and architecture in Toronto, São Paulo, and Paris.

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Mark Lewis, a Canadian contemporary artist, presents a cinematic tour through three cities: Toronto, São Paolo, and Paris. The film draws inspiration from silent-era city symphonies, capturing urban life and architecture. It runs for 80 minutes and offers a visual experience that connects the past with modernity. The Musée du Louvre in Paris features prominently alongside the vibrant streets of Toronto and São Paolo.

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