Dive into the world where love meets architecture. This curated list of melodramas showcases the intricate dance between passion for design and the complexities of human relationships. Whether you're an architecture enthusiast or a hopeless romantic, these films blend the art of building with the art of love, offering a unique cinematic experience.
The Fountainhead (1949)
Description: Based on Ayn Rand's novel, this film follows Howard Roark, an uncompromising architect, whose love for his work and for Dominique Francon, a journalist, is as intense as his architectural vision.
Fact: Ayn Rand wrote the screenplay herself, ensuring the film stayed true to her philosophical themes.
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The Lake House (2006)
Description: This film intertwines the lives of two architects, Kate and Alex, who fall in love through letters despite living two years apart. Their architectural designs become a metaphor for their relationship, bridging time and space.
Fact: The film is a remake of the South Korean movie "Il Mare" and features a unique time-travel element through a magical mailbox.
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The Holiday (2006)
Description: While primarily a romantic comedy, the film features Iris, a journalist who writes about architecture, and her journey to find love and self-discovery in a new environment.
Fact: The film was shot in both Los Angeles and England, showcasing beautiful architectural landscapes.
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The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Description: Although not about architects, the film's protagonist, Andy, works for a fashion magazine where the office's design and the fashion industry's aesthetic parallels architectural creativity and precision.
Fact: The film was based on a novel by Lauren Weisberger, who drew inspiration from her time as an assistant to Vogue editor Anna Wintour.
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The Ghost Writer (2010)
Description: Though not about architects, the film features a ghostwriter who uncovers secrets while working on the memoirs of a former British Prime Minister, whose life is filled with architectural metaphors and settings.
Fact: The film was Roman Polanski's first feature film in English since "Death and the Maiden" in
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The Adjustment Bureau (2011)
Description: David Norris, a politician, falls for Elise, a ballerina, but their love is challenged by a mysterious group that controls human fate. The film uses architectural settings to symbolize the rigidity and control over life's design.
Fact: The film's concept is loosely based on a Philip K. Dick short story.
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The Intern (2015)
Description: Ben, a retired architect, becomes an intern at a fashion startup. His background in architecture influences his approach to problem-solving and his relationship with the company's founder, Jules.
Fact: Robert De Niro's character was originally written as a retired salesman, but the role was changed to an architect to add depth to his character's background.
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The Theory of Everything (2014)
Description: While focusing on Stephen Hawking's life, the film includes his relationship with his first wife, Jane, who has a background in art and architecture, influencing their life together.
Fact: The film was adapted from Jane Hawking's memoir "Travelling to Infinity: My Life with Stephen."
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The Architect (2006)
Description: Leo, an architect, faces a moral dilemma when his design for a housing project leads to social unrest. His personal life, including his relationship with his wife, becomes entangled with his professional decisions.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events surrounding the Pruitt-Igoe housing project in St. Louis.
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The Shape of Things (2003)
Description: While not directly about architecture, the film's protagonist, Adam, is an art student with a passion for design. His relationship with Evelyn, an art major, explores themes of transformation and manipulation, paralleling the process of architectural design.
Fact: The film was adapted from a play by Neil LaBute, who also directed the movie.
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