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202594 minPGdocumentary

Le Chantier

202594 minPGdocumentary

A construction site brings together architects, carpenters, and future projectionists, all working towards building cinemas for the next century.

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Vincent Amouroux

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A construction site brings together architects, carpenters, and future projectionists, all working towards building cinemas for the next century.

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Vincent Amourouxdirector

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At a bustling construction site, workers collaborate to build cinemas for the future. Architect Jean-Stéphane Bron leads a team that includes journeymen carpenters, a site manager, and the head of the Pathé group. They focus on creating spaces for film and community. The film captures their daily tasks and interactions, illustrating the shared commitment to a common goal. This documentary runs for 94 minutes and provides a detailed look at the dynamics of this unique workforce.

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