ADFF:Vancouver 2024 – 2024.11.06-11.10

November 6–10, 2024

5 Days. 16 Films. Parties. Q+As. Panels.
Presented by the Architecture + Design Film Festival
In Partnership with All in Pictures and Vancouver Special
Hosted by the Hollywood Theatre and VIFF Centre

The Architecture + Design Film Festival returned to Vancouver, November 6–10, for in-person film screenings, talks, and receptions celebrating architecture and design. It all kicked off at the Hollywood Theatre on November 6th with the premiere of Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between the Lines, followed by 4 days of screenings at the VIFF Centre.

Popular with all design lovers, the ADFF showcases films that investigate design’s impact on the worlds of fashion, art, architecture, urban planning, and housing. Featuring inspiring films and talks that offer insights into the lives and works of global design visionaries.

The West Coast Modern League was proud to be a contributing supporter of this community festival. In addition to introducing the Vancouver premiere screening of Schindler Space Architect, we also partnered with the ADFF to give away tickets to a number of screenings.

The West Coast Modern League Introduces

Schindler Space Architect

On Saturday, November 9th, the West Coast Modern League introduced the Vancouver premiere of Schindler Space Architect at the VIFF Centre.

Austrian-born and educated, R.M. Schindler laid the foundation for what is now considered the California lifestyle of indoor-outdoor living. This documentary explores his richly complex work, with its influences from the turn of the 20th century Vienna, the early work of Frank Lloyd Wright, the pueblos of Taos. It is an investigation into Schindler’s philosophy of Space Architecture as contrasted with the International Style that ruled modern architecture during most of the architect’s life.

The film reexamines Schindler’s complicated relationship with his mentor Frank Lloyd Wright and his rival Richard Neutra. The story asks key questions about the importance of domestic architecture in creating a national culture and as a living entity that shapes humanity. Schindler Space Architect affirms the singular genius of one man and the eternal challenge every artist faces to stay true to their vision and leave a lasting impact.

Schindler Space Architect | 2024 | United States | 93m | Directed by Valentina B. Ganeva

Vancouver Premiere

Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between the Lines

On November 6th, Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between the Lines premiered to Vancouver audiences. Beauty Between the Lines delves into the life and work of Arthur Erickson, a visionary architect first in Canada and ultimately throughout the world. With intimate interviews, unseen archival footage, and an exploration of his architectural masterpieces, the film weaves together the complexities of Erickson’s personal and professional life. It reveals a man who transcended traditional boundaries, who fused art, culture, and nature and in the process, redefined modern architecture.

Arthur Erickson: Beauty Between the Lines | 2024 | Canada | 80m
Directed by Ryan Mah, Danny Berish. Produced by Leah Mallen.