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An edited version of “A is for Architecture”. A panorama of ancient cities, palaces and temples whose splendour awed the eyes of all mankind - recreated in colour by the skill of the animation artist. In documenting the changing concepts in architecture through the ages, the film moves from one tradition to another, illustrating how each reflects the sentiments and values of the time, from the massive temples of the Pharaohs to the soaring skyscrapers of today.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
321899
Language
English
Subject categories
Animation → Animated films - Canada
Crafts & Visual Arts → Architecture
Crafts & Visual Arts → Architecture and history
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)