Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture
Synopsis
The award-winning feature-length documentary about the revolutionary and brilliant Chicago architect Louis Sullivan (1856-1924). Known by historians as the 'father of the skyscraper' and creator of the iconic phrase 'form follows function,' Sullivan was on top of his profession in 1890. Then a series of setbacks plunged him into destitute obscurity from which he never recovered. Yet his persistent belief in the power of his ideas created some of America's most beautiful buildings ever created, and inspired Sullivan's protégé, Frank Lloyd Wright, to fulfill his own dream of a truly American style of architecture.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 2010
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mark Richard Smith
- Original Score
- Michael T. McLean
- Original Title
- Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mark Richard Smith
Michael T. McLean
Department Leadership Roster
Mark Richard Smith
Director
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What is Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture about?
The award-winning feature-length documentary about the revolutionary and brilliant Chicago architect Louis Sullivan (1856-1924). Known by historians as the 'father of the skyscraper' and creator of the iconic phrase 'form follows function,' Sullivan was on top of his profession in 1890. Then a series of setbacks plunged him into destitute obscurity from which he never recovered. Yet his persistent belief in the power of his ideas created some of America's most beautiful buildings ever created, and inspired Sullivan's protégé, Frank Lloyd Wright, to fulfill his own dream of a truly American style of architecture.
Who directed Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture?
Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture was directed by Mark Richard Smith.
Who stars in Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture?
The principal cast of Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture includes Madolyn Smith Osborne, Mark Richard Smith.
When was Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture released and how long is it?
Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture was released in 2010 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Louis Sullivan: the Struggle for American Architecture was composed by Michael T. McLean.