During the twilight of his career, legendary Chicago architect Louis Sullivan called the Father of Modernism constructed the eight banks that are showcased in this unique documentary. Collectively referred to as Sullivan s... more » Jewel Boxes, these banks are located in ordinary small towns across America s heartland. All appear solid, like cathedrals of capitalism, yet they are also discreetly ornate, which makes them stand out among their flat, Midwestern surroundings.
Directed by Heinz Emigholz (Schindler s Houses; Maillart s Bridges), this quirky documentary subtly conveys the power of Sullivan s style, which inspired Frank Lloyd Wright and the architects of the Prairie School. All eight banks are still standing a testament to their form and function. SULLIVAN S BANKS is part of Emigholz s Photography and Beyond project, which is a series of films devoted to the work of unusual artists.« less