Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil

Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil

2021
30m
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Documentary

"Architecture without philosophy would become engineering"

Overview

in the documentary "Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil," the architect discusses the relationship between architecture and identity, emphasizing the importance of preserving cultural heritage and embracing unique building styles. El-Wakil shares his personal experiences growing up in Egypt during political change and his quest to create authentic Egyptian architecture. He also introduces Islamic architecture philosophy to students, facing opposition, and advocates for reintroducing aesthetics into modern architecture. El-Wakil's discovery of Nubian architecture and his shift towards environmentally-friendly building methods are also highlighted, along with his fascination with the significance of the courtyard and symbolism in architecture.

Status: Released

Language: EN

Production Information

Production Countries
Egypt Netherlands
Spoken Languages
Arabic English

Quick Facts

Original Title Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil وثائقي: المعماري عبدالواحد الوكيل
Release Date September 24, 2021
Status Released
Language EN

Cast

Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil
Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil

Himself

Key Crew

Fahad Al-Attiyah
Executive Producer
Furqat Plavan-Zade
Director
Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil
Writer
Furqat Plavan-Zade
Producer
Olga Korsun
Director

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