Eames: The Architect & The Painter

Aug 3 2012 Not Rated 1h 25m
Biography, Documentary

Interviews with the junior designers swept into the 24-7 world of "The Eamery" are the heart of this complex picture of a husband-and-wife creative team that define the era of Mid-Century Modernism. Narrated by James Franco, the film draws from a trove of archival material, primarily the stunning films and photographs produced in mind-boggling volume by Charles, Ray, and their staff during the hyper-creative forty years of the Eames Office.

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Plot

The husband-and-wife team of Charles and Ray Eames were America's most influential and important industrial designers. Admired for their creations and fascinating as individuals, they have risen to iconic status in American culture. 'Eames: The Architect & The Painter' draws from a treasure trove of archival material, as well as new interviews with friends, colleague, and experts to capture the personal story of Charles and Ray while placing them firmly in the context of their fascinating times.

Written by

Jason Cohn

Directed by

Jason Cohn, Bill Jersey

Cast

Charles Eames, Ray Eames, James Franco

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

American Masters Pictures

Languages

English

Awards

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