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The Power of Utopia – Living with Le Corbusier in Chandigarh

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When architect Le Corbusier designed Chandigarh, he imagined a just city that would allow for harmonious interaction between its residents and the natural environment. His utopic vision for the city came into being 70 years ago at a time of unrest, resettlement, and the partition of India. For some, it represented progress and a newly emerged democracy, but it remains unclear if Corbusier’s design was a success or a failure. Directors Karin Bucher and Thomas Karrer’s The Power of Utopia follows four cultural producers in Chandigarh. As we accompany them through their lives and work, we ask what can be gleaned from attempts at utopia.

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    84 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    Switzerland
  • Director
    Karin Bucher, Thomas Karrer
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