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Eames: The Architect and the Painter

Charles Eames (Actor), Ray Eames (Actor), Bill Jersey (Director), Rated:
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4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 103 ratings
IMDb7.1/10.0
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The husband-and-wife team of Charles and Ray Eames are widely regarded as America's most important designers. Perhaps best remembered for their mid-century plywood and fiberglass furniture, the Eames Office also created a mind-bending variety of other products, from splints for wounded military during World War II, to photography, interiors, multi-media exhibits, graphics, games, films and toys. But their personal lives and influence on significant events in American life - from the development of modernism, to the rise of the computer age; has been less widely understood. Narrated by James Franco, Eames: The Architect and the Painter is the first film dedicated to these creative geniuses and their work.

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Well-crafted and insightful. A must for those with an interest in modern design. --Sura Wood, Hollywood Reporter

Between the wide array of interviewees and surplus of colorful archival materials, the deftly assembled pic has nary a dull moment. --Dennis Harvey, Variety

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ NR (Not Rated)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ 24133767
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Bill Jersey, Jason Cohn
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, NTSC, Color, Widescreen
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 22 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ December 13, 2011
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Charles Eames, Ray Eames, James Franco, Gordon Ashby, Bill Tondreau
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ First Run Features
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B005LVO6QC
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ USA
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 103 ratings

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GS
5.0 out of 5 stars Thorough, well-researched glimpse into the lives + work of Charles and Ray Eames
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2011
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We screened this film to fifty+ design enthusiasts last night in Sacramento, CA -- Ray Eames' home town -- at the local American Institute of Architects chapter office. Our purpose was to educate attendees and celebrate our native daughter, Ray, and the remarkable work she and Charles did, along with their devoted team. The film provides an intriguing glimpse into their creative process and dedication.

I highly recommend this film to anyone who in interested in the Eameses' lives and prolific work, which ranges from architecture, furniture, film, textiles, art, industrial design to other intellectual and creative pursuits. This film celebrates their work and humanizes them -- not only highlighting their triumphs but also what went on behind the scenes. We received great feedback about this film from people who attended our event.
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Tomas
5.0 out of 5 stars Must see for those interested in art and design
Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2012
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This is a great movie about the life and work of Ray and Charles Eames.
Although at some point it has some very personal interviews and point of views, the final result is a very deep and complete overview of their work/life and the role they had in modern design.
A must see movie for designers, architects and others interested in the creative process.
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Varley not Farley
5.0 out of 5 stars Eames!
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2013
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What a great story of a time, and people that needed to be talked about. The Eames sounded like addictive people to be around, and I could imagine the creativity and excitement going into work each day. Really a fascinating documentary.
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J
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie!
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2020
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Nicely done documentary.
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Sturla
4.0 out of 5 stars Not as good as advertised - but ok for novice
Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2013
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Widely advertised as the first film since their death this film about the Eames's looked promising. Although it is in many ways an interesting documentary, shedding light on the vast amount of projects researched and designed by the Eames, as well as their interest for everything beautiful, it turned out to be a bit disappointing.
However, for someone who thinks the Eames mostly designed chairs it is enlightening enough and well worth the money, the four star rating is for those people.
The DVD I received played ok on my european DVD player which is a bonus for us Europeans.
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fotogirl
5.0 out of 5 stars Not to be missed
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2014
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This is an excellent documentary about Charles and Ray Eames, their lives and their designs. Interesting to see the beginnings of their design group and all of the wonderful things they conceived.
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Susan S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Eames fans
Reviewed in the United States on May 22, 2014
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I enjoyed it. I never realized Powers of Ten was released in 1977. I could swear I'd watched it in grade school in the early 60's...
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Sondra
5.0 out of 5 stars Masterpiece!
Reviewed in the United States on April 2, 2016
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A masterpiece about two people who influenced design of the 20 Century and still influences designers today
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Dennis Mayne
5.0 out of 5 stars GRÖSSARTIG Film!
Reviewed in Germany on December 26, 2023
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Geniale Leut',...Geniale Film.
Ein 'Lehr-stunde'.
Vielen Dank.
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angel
2.0 out of 5 stars sin subtitulos
Reviewed in Spain on November 7, 2014
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En ingles sin subtitulos. Si no sabes ingles mal para comprender el vídeo. UF UF UF UF UF UF UF
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Monica
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good documentary about famous designers
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 5, 2016
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It's always interesting to find out about the stories behind the names. An absorbing story, rather sad. Like all good documentaries, a good film in its own right and not just for the fans of the subjects
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gaspardg
5.0 out of 5 stars mehr als nur stühle
Reviewed in Germany on January 1, 2016
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man sieht sie in jeder trendzeitschrift & es ist schon fast langweilig, denn diese stühle dominieren scheinbar die deutschen haushalte

doch wer hinter diesen entwicklungen stand wissen die wenigsten. hier wird die geschichte des ehepaares eames spannend & anschaulich erzählt. hier erfährt man auch, dass ein ganzer stab von mitarbeitern beiden zur seite stand & (wie so oft) viele klassiker entworfen haben, die heute allein den eames zugerechnet werden, die eigentlichen designer allerdings vollkommen in vergessenheit geraten sind.

gute darstellung des lebenswerkes - eine absolute kaufempfehlung!
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Peter Ford
4.0 out of 5 stars Enthusiasm, talent and encouragement - an unstoppable combination.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 30, 2016
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A fascinating account of a dazzling partnership and its tremendous influence on many aspects of modern design.
It illustrates the possibilities that can be achieved when a firm with dynamic leadership encourages and doesn't inhibit talented people who work in an exciting environment.

It also illustrates the difficulties of sustaining that dynamism as leaders age and the challenges of sharing credit and renown.

It is a splendid reminder of an era of optimism and confidence. I am very pleased to own this DVD.
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