My Architect
2003documentaryWhy watch
It is an intimate, Oscar-nominated exploration that blends magnificent architectural discovery with a deeply moving personal odyssey. Filmmaker Nathaniel Kahn travels across the world to understand his brilliant, enigmatic father, Louis Kahn, investigating both his monumental buildings and his secret family life.
Where to watch
Available to stream in the Netherlands via The Criterion Channel (or to purchase on DVD). It is not currently included on mainstream local Dutch subscription catalogues.
What to expect
An emotional, reflective, and poetic tone paired with a measured, contemplative pace. Expect stunning architectural cinematography, candid interviews with renowned architects and family members, and frank discussions of abandonment, infidelity, and familial longing.
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