Tues 13 January 2015, 7pm (UK Preview)
Cinema 1, Barbican Centre, Silk Street, London EC2Y 8DS
Palácio da Abolição. Photography: Thiago Braga
House in Petrópolis, Brazil. Photograph: Arquivo Sérgio Bernardes
This new documentary on the life and work of Brazilian architect Sérgio Bernardes features interviews, visits to architectural projects and archival footage. Bernardes began as a contemporary of Oscar Niemeyer and designed the first house in Brazil to use steel construction. The film, made by his grandson, documents his transition from a star of 60s Brazil to setting up a progressive architectural research studio. It also investigates why his place in 20th century Brazilian architecture has been overlooked to date. For information on the film and screening visit the Barbican website.
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