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The Builders

The Builders

Jan 01, 1938 · 48m

Rated 10 out of 10

Director

Jean Epstein

Overview

Produced for the National Federation of Building Workers Ciné-Liberté, a Popular Front organization intended to counteract capitalist interests in the film industry, Epstein’s union documentary examines building policy from the perspective of ordinary workers and notable architects. In addition to touring the Cathedral of Chartres and the Paris Exposition of 1937, the film features rare interviews with Le Corbusier (at his drawing board, no less) and Auguste Perret.

Crew of The Builders

About The Builders

What is The Builders about?

Produced for the National Federation of Building Workers Ciné-Liberté, a Popular Front organization intended to counteract capitalist interests in the film industry, Epstein’s union documentary examines building policy from the perspective of ordinary workers and notable architects. In addition to touring the Cathedral of Chartres and the Paris Exposition of 1937, the film features rare…

When was The Builders released?

The Builders was released on January 1, 1938.

How long is The Builders?

The Builders runs 48 minutes.

Who directed The Builders?

The Builders was directed by Jean Epstein.

Who is in the cast of The Builders?

The cast of The Builders includes Auguste Perret (Himself), Charles-Édouard Jeanneret-Gris (Himself), León Jouhaux (Himself) and René Arrachart (Himself).

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