Maillart's Bridges
Originally released in 2001. Maillart's Bridges is a documentary film. directed by Heinz Emigholz. At just 24 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
Famed Swiss architect and artist Robert Maillart was renowned for his concrete bridges; this documentary examines the elegant design of his engineering masterpieces, which, the film argues, embrace both functionality and aesthetics. Instead of following a traditional journalistic structure, director Heinz Emigholz's spellbinding film reads more like ethereal visual poetry, allowing the beauty of Maillart's work to speak for itself.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 9, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
0h 24m
24 minutes total
User Rating
4.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
German
Original language
Country
Germany
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- DE
Production Companies
- Pym Film
- FilmFörderung Hamburg
- WDR
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maillart's Bridges about?
Famed Swiss architect and artist Robert Maillart was renowned for his concrete bridges; this documentary examines the elegant design of his engineering masterpieces, which, the film argues, embrace...
Who directed Maillart's Bridges?
Maillart's Bridges was directed by Heinz Emigholz.
How long is Maillart's Bridges?
Maillart's Bridges has a runtime of 0 hours and 24 minutes (24 minutes total).
When was Maillart's Bridges released?
Maillart's Bridges was released on February 9, 2001 in theaters.