Module 7: Video Review

Video 1: http://proxy.buffalostate.edu:2048/login?url=http://digital.films.com/PortalPlaylists.aspx?aid=1819&xtid=32994

1.     For each video list/discuss the key concepts you learned.

The architecture of Frank Gehry is just amazing and is so original and inventive.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

This one was a little different than the textbook because it went into more detail with the architecture of Frank Gehry, but still discussed the basic features of architecture.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

I like how it showed the progression of architecture through this one designer, and even though in the beginning he seemed like an oddball but then he grew to become a world renowned architect and was at the top of the game.

4. Why did you choose the films that you watched?

Being an interior Design major, I had already heard and known a lot about Frank Gehry so I thought it would be the perfect one to watch.

 

Video 2: http://proxy.buffalostate.edu:2048/login?url=http://digital.films.com/PortalPlaylists.aspx?aid=1819&xtid=5546

1. Key concepts: This video was very informational and discussed certain mediums and construction techniques that prominently had to do with skyscrapers and bridges.

2. How do the videos relate to the readings in the text?

The video was basically a restating in greater detail of the readings they discussed certain concepts and materials that are used in the construction of buildings, bridges, and houses.

3. What is your opinion of the films? How do they add depth to understanding of Architecture?

This video I found especially informational and interesting especially when they were showing the effects of wind on tall building. I thought it was really interesting that they built a whole mock city to test wind speeds and other environmental conditions that may harm a structure.

4. Why did you choose the films that you watched?

From the title it seemed to be the most basic informational video, so I thought I’d give it a try.