Architecture is not just about buildings; it's about the stories, the people, and the dreams that shape our environments. This curated list of family films focuses on architects, showcasing how their work influences lives, relationships, and the world around us. These films provide an engaging look into the creative and often challenging world of architecture, making it accessible and enjoyable for viewers of all ages.
The Royal Tenenbaums (2001)
Description: The Tenenbaum family home, with its unique design, is central to the film, showcasing the architectural influence on family dynamics.
Fact: The house used in the film was designed by architect Paul Rudolph.
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The Incredibles (2004)
Description: Bob Parr, known as Mr. Incredible, is an insurance agent by day but was once a superhero. His home's design and the city's architecture play a significant role in the film's setting.
Fact: The film was nominated for four Academy Awards, winning two.
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The Lake House (2006)
Description: This romantic drama involves an architect who communicates with a man from two years in the past through a magical mailbox, focusing on the design and construction of a unique lake house.
Fact: The film is a remake of the South Korean movie "Il Mare."
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The Holiday (2006)
Description: While not exclusively about architecture, this film features a character who is an architect, showcasing the beauty of architectural design through her home and work.
Fact: The film was shot in both England and California, highlighting different architectural styles.
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The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: While focused on the fashion industry, the film includes scenes where the protagonist's apartment undergoes a stylish renovation, reflecting architectural design.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Lauren Weisberger, who worked as an assistant to Vogue editor Anna Wintour.
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The House Bunny (2008)
Description: While primarily a comedy, the film includes scenes where the sorority house undergoes a makeover, reflecting architectural changes and design.
Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life experiences of a Playboy Bunny.
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The Ghost Writer (2010)
Description: The film features a writer hired to ghostwrite the memoirs of a former British Prime Minister, with his modern, architecturally striking home playing a key role.
Fact: The film was Roman Polanski's first feature film in English in over 20 years.
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The Big Short (2015)
Description: While not directly about architecture, the film includes scenes in various architecturally significant settings, reflecting the economic backdrop of the housing market.
Fact: The film uses innovative techniques to explain complex financial concepts, including breaking the fourth wall.
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The Intern (2015)
Description: Features a retired architect who becomes an intern at a fashion startup, bringing his architectural perspective to the company's office design.
Fact: Robert De Niro's character was originally written as a retired salesman, but was changed to an architect for the film.
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Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948)
Description: A classic comedy about a New York advertising executive who decides to build his dream house, highlighting the trials and tribulations of home construction and design.
Fact: The film was remade in 1986 as "The Money Pit."
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