The influence that this era had on the world of cinema as we know it is undeniable. Having both artistic and political dimensions, the stories are conveyed through subjective emotional elements reflected in the set design. I am particularly interested in what I can extract from these early cinematic ideas when creating my brief and building form.
The Cabinet of Dr Caligari 1919
Thought to be the first horror film, uses distinctive distorted perspectives as both a reflection of the splintered character and as symbolic emphasis as the plot develops.
The Cabinet of Dr Caligari 1919
Thought to be the first horror film, uses distinctive distorted perspectives as both a reflection of the splintered character and as symbolic emphasis as the plot develops.
Metropolis 1929
Fritz Langs big budget masterpiece has heavy symbolic architectural references. Its story of the bleak capitalist society frequently contrasts rich vs poor with visual grandeur.
