Peter Eisenman stands in front of the Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio, discussing his architectural philosophy. Filmed in the U.S. and Germany, the documentary features insights from renowned architects Frank Gehry, Daniel Libeskind, and Zaha Hadid. Eisenman details his notable projects, including the Rebstockpark community in Frankfurt and the Max Reinhardt monument in Berlin. Colleagues and predecessors provide commentary on his innovative designs and the theories that shape his work, offering a comprehensive view of his impact on contemporary architecture.

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See Frank Gehry and Zaha Hadid discuss Eisenman's work.
Find out about the Wexner Center's architectural significance.
Meet Peter Eisenman as he reveals his design philosophy.

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The film features commentary from three renowned architects: Frank Gehry, Daniel Libeskind, and Zaha Hadid.
The Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the buildings highlighted in the film.
Eisenman discusses his upcoming projects, including the Rebstockpark community in Frankfurt.

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Who are some architects featured in Peter Eisenman: Making Architecture Move?

Famed architects featured include Frank Gehry, Daniel Libeskind, and Zaha Hadid.

What is one of Peter Eisenman's buildings discussed in the documentary?

The Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio, is one of the buildings discussed.

What upcoming projects does Peter Eisenman mention in the documentary?

Eisenman mentions the Rebstockpark community in Frankfurt and the Max Reinhardt monument in Berlin.

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