John Portman A Life of Building (2011)

Once a maverick who was nearly run out of the American Institute of Architects John Portman is now recognized as one of the most innovative and imitated architects ever Over 45 years Portmans iconic urban statements and eyepopping interiors have risen in 60 cities on four continents to redefine cityscapes in America and skylines in China and the rest of Asia The film captures Portmans approach in an intimate portrait that by turn assesses and appreciates Portmans work Dramatic timelapse footage shows off Portmans buildings at their best often in moving sunlight that washes over his facades and spaces