Movies Similar to 7 Wonders of Chicago (2005)

"Best Enemies" documents the 1968 nationally televised debates between liberal Gore Vidal and conservative William F. Buckley Jr., two prominent public intellectuals. Originally meant to discuss contemporary issues, their intense and often…

This documentary follows William Gates and Arthur Agee, two African-American teenagers in inner-city Chicago, as they chase their dream of playing professional basketball. They commute 90 minutes daily to St. Joseph High…

INFRASTRATA presents an abstract story exploring the life cycle of something beyond human comprehension, set against images of crumbling buildings in southeast England. The film examines the idea of super-organisms and the…

Colorado's celebrated jazz musicians share their insights on achieving lasting success in the music industry, offering advice to the next generation navigating a challenging and competitive scene. Filmed on historic stages in…

This film explores the challenges and triumphs faced by comic performers as they hone their routines in Chicago.

Mike Veeck, son of baseball legend Bill Veeck, inadvertently destroys his father's career. Banished from the sport he's passionate about, Mike spends the following decades struggling to rebuild his life and reputation,…

Making Dust is an essay film documenting the demolition of the Church of the Annunciation in Finglas West, Dublin, Ireland's second-largest Catholic Church. The film connects architectural historian Ellen Rowley's essay on…

Famous drag queen Miz Cracker assists a Texas family dealing with unusual events following the renovation of their historic 1892 house. With a fascination for the supernatural, Miz Cracker attempts to resolve…

A group of architects shaped the West Coast, from Vancouver to Los Angeles, responding to its unique landscape and culture to create remarkable buildings. Contemporary architects continue to recognize and appreciate the…

Using archival footage, animation, and music, this film revisits the story of eight anti-war protesters who faced trial after the 1968 Democratic National Convention.

This film explores the worldwide journey of blue jeans.

KOCHUU explores contemporary Japanese architecture, tracing its origins in Japanese tradition and its influence on Nordic design. The film journeys through visions of the future, honoring traditions, embracing nature, and utilizing concrete,…

*Make No Little Plans: Daniel Burnham and the American City* explores the life and complicated impact of architect and city planner Daniel Burnham. During the chaotic growth of the late 1800s, Burnham…

Shot in Rome during the 1980s, the film is inspired by Borromini's Baroque architecture and Il Sassetta's painting, *St. Martin and the Beggar*. Beavers uses the contrast between winter's muted light and…

This documentary explores the elegant concrete bridges of Robert Maillart, a celebrated Swiss architect and artist. The film argues that his engineering masterpieces seamlessly blend practicality with beauty. Director Heinz Emigholz presents…

The film explores two museums: the Museum of Art in Ein Harod, Israel, built by Samuel Bickels in 1948, and the Menil Collection in Houston, Texas, designed by Renzo Piano in 1986.…

Rotterdam 2040 envisions the city's future, guided by Gyz La Rivière's belief that understanding the past is essential for looking ahead – a concept Rotterdam hasn't always prioritized. The film rapidly recounts…

"Big Time" follows Danish architect Bjarke Ingels for six years as he navigates the challenges of completing his most ambitious projects: the W57 skyscraper in Manhattan and the Two World Trade Center.

Ordos, a city in central China designed to house a million people, stands eerily abandoned. More than just a location, it represents the emptiness of overblown promises. The situation will remain unchanged…

WooLife tells the story of Ronnie Woo, who overcomes a difficult childhood in Chicago to find belonging with a unique family at Wrigley Field. As a child, Ronnie is deeply moved when…

Pinball earned more than the American movie industry during the 1950s and 1960s. *Special When Lit* explores the enduring appeal of this forgotten pop culture icon. A product of the mechanical and…

Aino and Alvar Aalto were pivotal figures in modern architecture and design, shaping iconic Scandinavian aesthetics. This film offers a captivating look at their life and love story, exploring the impact of…

"Chair Times" explores a vast collection of chairs from the Vitra Design Museum. The film presents 125 pieces, arranged chronologically from 1807 to contemporary designs, illustrating the evolution of modern seating. It…

This documentary examines the design and construction of Swedish homes built during the 1960s, exploring their impact and contemporary perception.

Opened in Leipzig in July 1987, the "Bowlingtreff" was a groundbreaking entertainment center in a city struggling with declining living conditions in East Germany. Built by hundreds of volunteers without official permission,…

Ignoring laws against abortion, the Catholic Church's opposition, and the Chicago Mob's financial interests, the women of "Jane" risked everything to help women seeking abortions. During the years before Roe v. Wade,…

A talented basketball player from Chicago quickly becomes a top college point guard prospect. As he chases his NBA aspirations, his rising fame highlights the impact of gun violence on his community…

David Macaulay presents CATHEDRAL, an adaptation of his acclaimed book. The program combines impressive location footage with high-quality animation to explore France's most renowned churches. Viewers journey back to 1214 to examine…

This is a live recording of Adam Sandler's performance in Chicago on June 29, 1996. He performed material from his new comedy album, "What the Hell Happened to Me?". The performance was…

The Architecture of Doom uses previously unseen footage of Adolf Hitler and the Nazi regime to reveal the inner workings of the Third Reich and the Nazi aesthetic in art, architecture, and…