A refined and beautifully crafted account of landscape change in and around Paris in the early 1960s. The film raises complex questions about the meaning and experience of modern landscapes, as well as the enigmatic characteristics of features like canals, pylons, and abandoned factories. Rohmer also investigates the role of landscape in various traditions of modern art and design, referring to specific architects, artists, and engineers.
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A refined and beautifully crafted account of landscape change in and around Paris in the early 1960s. The film raises complex questions about the meaning and experience of modern landscapes, as well as the enigmatic characteristics of features like canals, pylons, and abandoned factories. Rohmer also investigates the role of landscape in various traditions of modern art and design, referring to specific architects, artists, and engineers.
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