(Re)discover the film Mon Oncle (1958), one of the great masterpieces of the French director Jacques Tati. This film humorously questions post-war society’s relationship with modern architecture and design. It contrasts the traditional, informal and lively city with the suburban housing sectors that developed during this period in the suburbs of major French cities.
Modern architecture is personified by the Villa Arpel. This automated house with its clean lines became an icon of the architecture of the period without having existed outside of the film set and the exhibition spaces that recreated it, highlighting the influence that criticism can have on the discourse on architecture and the city.
Programme of the evening:
7 pm | Introduction: Maribel Casas (architect, doctor in Art History and scientific director of luca)
7.30 pm | Screening of the film
Followed by
9.30 pm | ( P )arty: Drinks & DJ-set
Organised by: luca
Mon Oncle
A film by and with Jacques Tati | 1958 | comedy (116′) | France
Language FR | Subtitles EN
Free entrance, upon registration: luca.lu
After the screening of Mon Oncle, luca invites you to start this weekend dedicated to design with music. An excellent opportunity to meet up with friends or professionals and amateurs from all backgrounds to share a drink. The evening will be animated by a DJ who will take you back to the 60s in a unique place!
From 9.30 pm.