Stylish Mid-Century Modern Film Sets From Famous Movies
Posted by Gabriela Martinez on Feb 8th 2021
Get to know a list of movies where icons like Womb chair are the protagonist!
We are in 2021 and two things are facts. Number one: the pandemic and isolation hasn’t over yet and number two: you may not have more movies on the list to watch… I’m right? Is totally understandable since the isolation started almost a year ago -yeah, I can’t believe it either- all your list of movies and tasks to do at home are probably empty. So, today we want to fill that list with a few movies that have hidden treasures, and those are mid-century modern sets.
Mid-century design architecture has always caused a certain impact. From its release it has brimmed with optimism and new ideas which is why so many designers have been devoted to this style considering it a symbol for a modern and revolutionized mid-set. This style hasn’t only involved famous designers such as Sarineen, Florence Knoll, Mies van der Rohe, etc. But also has captivated a lot of film directors, acting like the protagonist of their movies. Now, is time to show you a list of movies where the sets are decorated with a mid-century modern style. Scroll down and choose your favorite for your movie night!
The Big Lebowski | From Le Corbusier armchairs to Tulip tables
This movie is set in the 90's, it follows the life of an unemployed vagrant bowler who unintentionally gets involved in a crime where the wife of a millionaire is kidnapped and "Dude" -the main character- must rescue her . During this feature film you will be able to appreciate how the protagonists travel through the suburbs and show iconic elements from the middle of the century. These include the famous pieces made by Saarinen such as the Womb chair and the Tulip tables. You will also have the possibility to appreciate modern elements such as Le Corbusier's chair, as well as buildings inspired by his legacy.
Finally, pay close attention to the middle of the film where perhaps the greatest attraction of the film will appear, which is the Sheats-Goldstein Residence.
The Incredibles 2 | Sarineen creations and more icons
Normally one would not believe that a children's movie could have such architecture and detail, but the truth is that Incredibles 2 is a movie not only for family fun but also to appreciate many elements of the mid-century style.
The Incredible 2 is produced by Pixar Animation Studios for Walt Disney Pictures this movie is about a family of superheroes that are trying to deal with the power of the smallest kid of the family and the new darkness behind the new business of the mom of the family.
A Single Man (2009)
According to Wikipedia, this is the first film directed by Tom Ford, until then known for his work as a designer for Gucci. It adapts Christopher Isherwood's novel A Single Man, It presents the daily life of a homesexual and some themes about homesexual rights.
The real treasure here is the protagonist house, where is full decorated with mid-century elements.