Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil (2021): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2021, Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil is a documentary film directed by Furqat Plavan-Zade, running about 30 minutes.

What it’s about. 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.

Who’s in it. Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil stars Abdel-Wahed El-Wakil as Himself.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Documentary: Architect Abdelwahed El-Wakil page.

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